Croatia

Ivan Rakitic sends Croatia into the semifinals with a cold-blooded penalty against Russia in the 2018 World Cup quarterfinals. In a high-pressure shootout, he steps up for the final kick and calmly places the ball into the bottom corner, sealing a dramatic victory for his team. His composure, precision, and ability to handle the moment make this one of the most crucial penalties in Croatia’s history. This goal pushes Croatia one step closer to their historic World Cup final appearance.