Josko Gvardiol

Josko Gvardiol is a Croatian professional footballer. He recently played for the Croatian national team in a FIFA World Cup 2026 match against Portugal. Gvardiol was involved in a significant moment during the game when he scored a goal that was initially celebrated but subsequently disallowed due to an offside call following a VAR review. This event occurred in the final chaotic minutes of the match, which saw Portugal ultimately win 2-1 after a late comeback. The disallowed goal for Gvardiol highlights a crucial turning point in a tightly contested game where Croatia was denied an equalizer. His involvement underscores the dramatic nature of the World Cup and the impact of officiating decisions on match outcomes.