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Ewan Paton

Josip Juranovic & Borna Barisic exit World Cup semis with Croatia

Josip Juranovic and Borna Barisic have exited the World Cup.

Croatia were defeated by Argentina in the semi-finals of the tournament this evening.

It was a Lionel Messi masterclass in Qatar, as the greatest of all time scored from the spot, and played a major role in his side's two other goals - particularly shining with a brilliant solo run for the third.

Julian Alvarez was the scorer of Argentina's other strikes.

Celtic right-back Juranovic started the game, while Rangers defender Barisic was on the bench.

Argentina will discover their final opponents tomorrow night after the second semi between France and Morocco is played out.

Juranovic in particular was a standout for his country at the tournament. 

The Hoops defender put in a series of good performances, however, was highlighted as man of the match for his showing in Croatia's quarter-final victory over competition favourites Brazil.

Barisic started one his nation's matches again Japan in the round of 16.

Both players will be unavailable for their club sides this weekend, despite a return to action for the Premiership in the coming days.

The 3rd/4th place play-off takes place on Saturday evening in Qatar. 

Both players will now prepare to feature in that game, and will face the losers of France vs Morocco.

The World Cup final kicks-off at 3pm UK time in the Middle East.

Celtic's next fixture comes against Aberdeen on Saturday lunchtime. 

Rangers will play Hibs in the first Scottish top flight fixture back since the enforced winter break.

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