World Cup 2026 form
| Match | Min | Rating | G | A | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| vs England | 24 | 6.3 | 0 | 0 | |
| vs Panama | — | — | 0 | 0 | |
| vs Ghana | 24 | 6.7 | 0 | 0 |
Igor Matanovic is a tall, technically capable young striker who came through Eintracht Frankfurt's system and joined SC Freiburg in 2024, where he has been developing under one of the Bundesliga's most tactically sophisticated coaches. At 23, he is Croatia's most promising young centre-forward — a player with the physical tools to lead the line at international level and the technical foundation from German football to hold up play and link with midfielders. His Bundesliga experience gives him a higher ceiling than most Croatian strikers his age, and the 2026 World Cup could represent his breakthrough on the international stage.
Hamburg, Germany · 2003-03-31
Career
SC Freiburg2024 – present
Eintracht Frankfurt2023
FC St. Pauli2020Frequently asked questions
How old is Igor Matanovic?
Igor Matanovic is 23 years old (born 2003-03-31).
What club does Igor Matanovic play for?
Igor Matanovic plays for Freiburg and represents Croatia.
What position does Igor Matanovic play?
Igor Matanovic plays as a Forward, wearing #20.
How has Igor Matanovic performed at the 2026 World Cup?
Igor Matanovic has 3 appearances, 0 goals and 0 assists at an average rating of 6.5 at the 2026 World Cup.