‘Four million Croatians believe

England in the semi-final. Ahead of today’s clash with France in Moscow, Dalic has to revive a squad that has been rocked by injuries and fatigue.

But the Croatia chief said: “We have only been able to see a small proportion of the celebrations that have been going on back home.

“And it makes us proud to see the joy we have brought the whole country, despite the problems and the hardship the people are facing.

“They have been proud and joyous for the last month. And I am sure that if we win the World Cup there will be a seismic event in Croatia.

“This thought brings us all strength