Ivan Perišić added another remarkable chapter to his international career after the Croatia star achieved a historic World Cup milestone during his country’s FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign.
Although Croatia ended up on the losing side, Perišić once again proved why he remains one of the most influential players in the nation’s football history. The veteran winger registered an assist in the match, a contribution that saw him enter an exclusive group of players on football’s biggest stage.
With the assist, Perišić became only the second player in World Cup history to record at least one assist across four different editions of the tournament. The Croatian international joined Argentina legend Lionel Messi in achieving the rare feat, underlining his longevity and consistency at the highest level.
The milestone is another testament to Perišić’s enduring quality. At 37 years of age, the experienced attacker continues to deliver decisive moments for both club and country. His ability to remain effective against the world’s best teams has been a defining feature of his career.
Perišić has enjoyed an impressive season overall, contributing 18 assists for club and country. He also played an important role in PSV Eindhoven’s successful league-winning campaign, showing that age has done little to reduce his impact on the pitch.
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