Relative newcomers to the world stage, Croatia have wasted no time in making their mark. Only representing themselves as an independent nation since 1993, they’ve failed to qualify for only two major tournaments in that time span. Among their successes in the years of their infancy include both a second and third place finish at World Cups where they bewildered and impressed the entire footballing world. Their checkered jerseys are now a mainstay under the sport’s bright lights and this team has more waiting up its sleeve.