Japan vs Croatia Predictions: World Cup Round of 16 Odds & Best Bets

Japan and Croatia are playing each other in the World Cup Round of 16 on Monday, Dec. 5 at Al Janoub Stadium in Qatar. Japan won their group stage match against Spain thanks to the play of winger Ritsu Dōan. Croatia barely escaped Group F after securing a draw against Belgium.

Japan vs Croatia is a World Cup Round of 16 match. Croatia are a modest favorite. Sportsbooks heavily favor the Under.

Japan and Croatia are playing in the World Cup Round of 16 on Monday. Croatia reached the final four years ago and has a very good defense. Japan is playing with house money and is likely to lose.

Japan averaged 34% possession in the group stage. Croatia averaged 52% in that period. Japan's four goals have all come within 11 minutes of each other.

Japan and Croatia are in the World Cup Round of 16. Japan averaged 34% possession in group stage, Croatia 52%. Japan have scored four goals within 11 minutes of each other in World cup. Croatia has conceded one or fewer goals in all the games.

Japan and Croatia are playing in the World Cup Round of 16. Andrej Kramarić scored two goals in their group stage match.