A group-stage exit in 2018 had been a sobering lesson. Serbia returned in 2022 with renewed purpose. Under Dragan Stojković, they were ready to write the next chapter.
| Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | |
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3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 6 |
| 2 |
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3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 6 |
| 3 |
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3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 4 |
| 4 |
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3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 5 | 8 | -3 | 1 |
Serbia's campaign never truly ignited, and a group stage exit brought an early end to their World Cup hopes. With 5 goals in 3 games, they carried a consistent attacking threat throughout.
Serbia endured a difficult group stage, unable to advance despite moments of resistance. Their campaign featured a 0-2 defeat against Brazil, a 3-3 draw with Cameroon, and a narrow 2-3 loss to Switzerland. Serbia's tournament ended at the the opening round, a campaign that never truly got going.
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Winless throughout conceded 8 in 3 matches.
Aleksandar Mitrović led Serbia's attack with 2 goals at the 2022 World Cup.
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Pavlović booked twice 7 cards in a single match vs Switzerland.
The tactical mind behind Serbia's 2022 campaign. Winless under Stojković leading Serbia at his first World Cup.
Despite a strong squad, Serbia's tactical approach was hindered by inconsistent performances. The team relied heavily on Aleksandar Mitrović and Strahinja Pavlović to provide scoring chances.
