Croatia U19 host Italy U19 today at 3:00 PM in a top-four clash that could have significant title implications. Both sides are separated by just 3 points in the Group B, making this one of the more consequential fixtures of the season.

Croatia U19 come into this fixture in mixed form (0W 0D 1L). Italy U19, meanwhile, arrive in mixed form (1W 0D 0L) — actually the better-performing side in recent weeks. Croatia U19 head into this on the back of a defeat, while Italy U19 arrive off a win — momentum clearly with the visitors.

Head-to-head records offer little separation — Croatia U19 and Italy U19 have split their 2 meetings almost evenly (0W–2D–0W). Their last encounter ended in a 2–2 draw.

Verdict: This looks an evenly matched contest. Home advantage gives Croatia U19 a slight edge, but Italy U19 are capable of causing problems. A draw would be a fair result.