After World Cup, Croatia sets sights on euro prize

Having joined the elite group of nations that have made it to the World Cup final, Croatia has another club in its sights: the euro zone

Croatian ministers wear football jerseys to meeting. Pic: Getty

Croatia is brimming with confidence, and its leaders think it is time for the European Union’s newest member to take a step up on the global stage as well.

A cabinet meeting in Zagreb on Thursday kicked off with every minister proudly wearing the national football team’s jersey in celebration of the 2-1World Cup victory over England. Having joined the elite group of nations that have made it to the final, Croatia has another club in its sights:the euro zone.