On 17 October 1990, Croatia hosted the United States in capital city of Zagreb to play their first international football match. The match was an unofficial exhibition game ("friendly") played in Maksimir Stadium, the largest football stadium in Croatia. The match is considered historically significant for the national team as it was held on the eve of the nation's independence from Yugoslavia. This was Croatia's second match as a team since 1956. The Croatian Football Federation was readmitted into FIFA on 3 July 1992 and UEFA on 16 June 1993, so this match was considered "unaffiliated" in the transition period. Croatia vs. United States Friendly Zagreb, Croatia Final: Croatia 2–1 United States Wiki link