After a goalless first half, Ante Rebic capitalized on a poor mistake from Argentina’s goalkeeper Willy Caballero and slammed a sumptuous volley into the net in the 53rd minute.

Argentina's hopes of equalizing the score were extinguished after Croatia captain Luka Modric curled a stunning shot into the top right corner from outside the penalty area in the 80th minute.

Ivan Rakitic wrapped up an excellent team performance as he scored in stoppage time, to bring his side victory.

Croatia secured their place in the round of 16 having earned maximum points from their opening two games.

Argentina were held to 1-1 draw by debutantes Iceland in their first match at World Cup and are now in danger of missing out on the knockout stages.

Croatia will now take on Iceland in Rostov-on-Don on 26 June in their final group game, while the Albiceleste will next face Nigeria in St. Petersburg Stadium the same day.