When Croatia needed all the support it could get at the 2026 World Cup, one of its most famous fans answered the call. Enter Knoll Doll.
The social media star showed up ready to represent Croatia in a head-turning cut-out top that probably got more attention than some of the players warming up. Cameras found her, fans found her and the internet definitely found her.
Basically, if there was a trophy for stealing the spotlight before kickoff, she would already have it sitting on her shelf.
Croatia's most famous fan will support the team at the stadium!
Ivanna Knoll couldn't miss another World Cup pic.twitter.com/bxctZOVuwe
— ODan (@IMenlikovaOG) June 17, 2026
Unfortunately for Croatia, fashion points don’t count on the scoreboard.
The highly anticipated clash against England turned into a rough afternoon for Croatian supporters. England walked away with a 4-2 victory, leaving Croatian fans with that familiar feeling of checking the scoreboard every five minutes and hoping math would somehow save them. It did not.
Knoll Doll remained one of the biggest talking points throughout the game. Social media immediately started sharing photos and videos of her cheering from the stands. Some fans were discussing tactics, others were discussing formations. And a large portion of the internet was discussing her outfit.
🔥 Con una publicación en la que aseguró que “la chica del Mundial está de vuelta”, Knoll volvió a conquistar a sus seguidores y a captar la atención de miles de aficionados alrededor del mundo. pic.twitter.com/wDUmEMlZXF
— ITR Oficial (@ITROriginal) June 17, 2026
That’s football in 2026.
Croatia actually showed some fight during the match. They weren’t completely run off the field. They created chances and managed to score twice. The problem was England apparently decided defending was optional and attacking was much more fun.
The result was six total goals and a lot of disappointed Croatian supporters heading for the exits.
Meanwhile, England fans were having the time of their lives.
As for Knoll Doll, she handled the loss much better than some fans online. No dramatic scenes, no public meltdown. Just continued support for her country despite the painful result. That’s the life of a football fan.
¡LO HIZO DE NUEVO! 👀🤯🔥⚽
La "novia del Mundial 2022", Ivana Knoll, reapareció en el Mundial 2026 fiel a Croacia. 🇭🇷🔥
Croacia perdió ante Inglaterra, pero en las tribunas hubo otra historia. 😏👏🏻
¡CROATA DESDE LA CUNA! 🇭🇷🔥⚽
2022 🇶🇦 | 2026 🇺🇸🇨🇦🇲🇽 🔥🇭🇷 pic.twitter.com/pLYtJIAvEz
— Borrachito 🥃 (@borrachito) June 18, 2026
One minute you’re dreaming about lifting the World Cup, the next minute you’re wondering how your defense managed to leave so many players open.
Still, Croatia two more matches ahead, and their supporters aren’t giving up yet. Knoll Doll will likely continue showing up, turning heads, and generating headlines.
Now Croatia just needs the team to be as effective as its most famous fan is at getting attention.
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