Croatia - Macedonia 2:1

10 men Macedonia fail to survive on Maksimir although they had the lead from the 36th minute

It took ten minutes before the game's first goal attempt, a Milan Rapaic effort for Croatia that sailed harmlessly over. Macedonia then signaled their intent as Goran Maznov's floated corner found its way to Ilco Naumoski in the six-metre box, but he failed to connect cleanly, allowing a thankful Josip Simunic to clear.