Josip Stanisic
FCB
RB (RWB)
Balanced Full Back
Apr 2, 2000 (26)
Both
6'2"
170 lb
BayernReturns to full training
Stanisic is back with Bayern Munich after rejoining team training Monday, having missed Saturday's friendly against Leipzig due to illness, the club announced.
Analysis: Stanisic recently returned to the fold following the World Cup, where he added an assist across four appearances for Croatia, and had been building up his fitness during the club's Audi Summer Tour before this illness briefly interrupted his progress. His return to full training puts him back on track after what looks like a minor, short-term setback. Stanisic is expected to resume his competition with Konrad Laimer for the starting right back role now that he's back with the group.
Absent from last friendly
Stanisic is not in the squad for Saturday's Telekom Cup against Leipzig due to illness, according to the club.
Analysis: Stanisic had recently returned to the fold at Bayern following the World Cup, where he added an assist across four appearances with Croatia, and was continuing to build fitness during the club's Audi Summer Tour before this illness. His absence from the final preseason friendly is a minor setback to monitor, and his path back to full training will be worth tracking as he continues competing with Konrad Laimer for the starting right back spot.
Back with Bayern for new campaign
Stanisic is back in the fold at Bayern Munich, ready for the 2026-27 season, the club announced.
Analysis: Stanisic added an assist across four appearances at the World Cup with Croatia, continuing to display the reliability and defensive discipline that have made him a trusted option at right back. He's set to compete with Konrad Laimer for that starting spot this season, adding intrigue to the battle for playing time. His return lines up with the start of Bayern's Audi Summer Tour in Jeju, South Korea, and Stanisic is expected to continue building up his fitness during the trip.
Makes four clearances vs Portugal
Stanisic registered two crosses (zero accurate) and one tackle in Thursday's 2-1 defeat versus Portugal.
Analysis: Stanisic co-led Croatia in clearances on defense, but they conceded twice and ended up eliminated in the Round of 32. The right-back also made the most interceptions for his side. He finished his participation with one assist, two chances created, seven crosses and 10 clearances in four starts.
Loss effective rate in win
Stanisic registered two crosses (zero accurate) and one clearance in Saturday's 2-1 win against Ghana.
Analysis: Stanisic had a quiet showing in Saturday's win over Ghana, registering just one clearance while completing four passes into the final third. Even so, his overall tournament form remains strong. Across the three group‑stage matches, he has played every minute, provided an assist, maintained an 88 percent pass accuracy, and won 11 duels. His consistency and defensive reliability have made him a steady presence for Croatia despite the quieter outing in the most recent match.
Assists winner versus Panama
Stanisic assisted once to go with two crosses (two accurate) and one chance created in Tuesday's 1-0 victory over Panama.
Analysis: Stanisic provided the match-winning assist Saturday as his excellent cross in the 54th minute connected with Ante Budimir at the back post to take the 1-0 lead. It was the only chance he created in the match, but it was the most important moment of the game. He also played very well on the defensive end, recording four clearances and two interceptions and helping his side keep a clean sheet. Next up is a crucial matchup versus Ghana, with his side needing a win in order to finish second in the group.
Busy defensively in loss
Stanisic had one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Wednesday's 4-2 defeat versus England. He also won four duels and added a clearance, a blocked shot, an interception and two tackles.
Analysis: Stanisic was forced to cover the entire right flank in a 3-4-2-1 approach, and the results weren't good. He lost several individual duels and failed to pose much of an attacking threat. Croatia are expected to shift to a 4-2-3-1 approach for Tuesday's game against Panama, allowing Stanisic to return to his regular right-back role.
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