The Croatia national under-21 football team represents Croatia in international football matches for players 21 or under. It is governed by the Croatian Football Federation, the governing body for football in Croatia. It is a member of UEFA in Europe and FIFA in global competitions. The team's colours reference two national symbols: the Croatian checkerboard and the country's tricolour. They are colloquially referred to as the Mladi vatreni ('Young Blazers'). So far, the Mladi vatreni qualified for five UEFA European Under-21 Championships, namely in 2000, 2004, 2019, 2021 and 2023. Croatia was unable to pass the group stage until the 2021 Euro when it was eliminated in the quarter-finals, its greatest accomplishment in the European competition so far.
The following is a list of match results in the last 12 months, as well as any future matches that have been scheduled.
The following players were named in the squad for the 2027 UEFA European Under-21 Championship qualification match against Turkey on 31 March 2026.
Caps and goals correct as of 18 November 2025, after the match against Hungary
The following players have also been called up to the squad in the last 12 months and are still eligible for selection.
Gold medalists Silver medalists Bronze medalists Tournament hosted
Winners Runners-up Tournament hosted
The following table provides a summary of the complete record of each manager including their results regarding European Under-21 Championship.
<small>Last updated: Croatia vs Belarus, 20 November 2023. Statistics include official FIFA-recognised matches only.</small>