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WATCH: Croatia's Borna Sosa scores an incredible goal against Poland

Borna Sosa, the Croatian full-back scored an amazing goal to level the proceedings for the visitors during their UEFA Nations League encounter against Poland.

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Saatvik Oberoi
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Borna Sosa goal

Nestled towards the bottom right corner was Borna Sosa's left-footed effort from outside the box. After a set piece, Poland was unable to clear the ball, which gave the Ajax loanee a good chance to line up a shot. Croatia was able to level the score that evening thanks to his incredible strike.

In Robert Lewandowski's absence, Zieliński has donned the armband and has also assumed the role of goal scorer. From the box's left side, the curling shot wrapped into the far corner, opening the scoring for the hosts on the night.

Croatia levelled with an incredible goal from Borna Sosa and then later took the lead. With a left-footed effort from the left part of the penalty area to the bottom right corner as Petar Sucic netted the second goal. Martin Baturina delivered the assist, and the visitors' play was masterfully planned.

Poland had a difficult assignment as they attempted to rally for the game. Poland is starting to produce chances late in the first half, but Croatia remained dominant after the goals. It was yet another thrilling finish, with Poland regaining the lead just before halftime. After receiving the ball across the Croatian box's left side, Zalewski placed it in the far corner.

Following a defensive blunder by Poland, Croatia extended their lead. Following a slotted pass from Sučić, Baturina approached the box with plenty of room, sliding the ball through the Polish goalkeeper's legs.

How have Poland and Croatia fared so far in the Nations League?

With a thrilling 3-2 win over Scotland, Poland got their campaign off to a good start. However, during their last two meetings, they suffered back-to-back losses to Croatia and Portugal.

The 2018 FIFA World Cup finalists looked keen to make an impression in the UEFA Nations League following their early elimination from the UEFA Euro 2024. They lost to Portugal 2-1 during the first game, which put a stop to their hopes. They recently defeated Scotland and Poland, though, and recovered swiftly.

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