With European group stage games ending this week and the knockout rounds of Champions League and Europa League resuming after the winter break, let's breakdown which Croatian internationals will have a chance to lift some silverware when the second half of the season restarts in 2014. Luka Modrić scored a beauty from outside the box Tuesday in Real Madrid's 2-0 win over … [Read more...] about Modrić shines in European closers
Archives for December 2013
Tuesday Night Funnies: “Sad ćes dobiti kaiš!”
By 238 CommentsGrowing up in a Croatian household, most if not all of us did not have it easy when we did something wrong. We didn't get 'talking to's' like our neighbors across the street, instead, we got full fledged beatings! Personally, my parents liked the wooden spoon/leather belt combo when disciplining me, but every family has their own style. Who had the worst … [Read more...] about Tuesday Night Funnies: “Sad ćes dobiti kaiš!”
HNL Week 19: UPDATED – Dinamo Remain on top, Hajduk draw in Zadar
By 13 CommentsResults for Dec. 6-9, 2013 GNK DINAMO ZAGREB 4 - 1 NK OSIJEK Dinamo have maintained their position at the top of the table after 4-1 beating of NK Osijek on Sunday. Osijek’s scoring woes continue as they have trouble finding the back of the net, but Dinamo’s explosive offense did its job and tallied four goals on the night. Alen Halilović was … [Read more...] about HNL Week 19: UPDATED – Dinamo Remain on top, Hajduk draw in Zadar
Croatians Around Europe *XV*
By 115 CommentsGermany Photo: Reuters/Fabian Bimmer Chances are that Mario Mandžukić will only miss one match at the 2014 World Cup in Brazil as a result of a red card against Iceland in November. As Mario awaits FIFA's final decision, the former Dinamo Zagreb striker went to work against Werder Bremen on Saturday. Mario played the full 90 minutes and scored his ninth goal of the … [Read more...] about Croatians Around Europe *XV*
Lijepa Naša to kick off World Cup
By 84 CommentsCroatian fans rejoice! The World Cup is set; and Croatia is going to start the party against hosts Brazil in Sao Paulo on June 12th with the whole world watching. Not many teams get to open up a World Cup, so as Croatians, we should feel honored and privileged that our little nation of 4.5 million people has the chance to be showcased at game #1 of the World Cup against … [Read more...] about Lijepa Naša to kick off World Cup
Croatia to open up World Cup vs. Brazil!
By 318 CommentsIt's official! Croatia will be opening up the 2014 World Cup in Brazil against the hosts in front of the entire world. Although that sounds like an uphill climb, the rest of the group consists of Mexico and Cameroon. Brazil defeated Croatia 1-0 at the 2006 World Cup and Mexico defeated the Vatreni 1-0 in 2002. Croatia has never played an African side in the World … [Read more...] about Croatia to open up World Cup vs. Brazil!
World Cup 2014: Pros & Cons
By 131 CommentsWritten by Nepoznat As the 2014 World Cup draw for Brazil approaches, it's worth noting that there are both good and bad with each draw scenario. Ahh, yes the old adage is true that we must take the good with the bad; the yin with the yang, if you will. So what are some of the pros and cons regarding the draw for next year's World Cup? Below are … [Read more...] about World Cup 2014: Pros & Cons
Anthony Perosh looking for upset win against Ryan Bader
By 7 CommentsOn Saturday night the ageless Australian born Croatian Anthony Perosh will look to prove once again that he can hang with the young lions of the UFC. The Croatian light heavyweight will face the top ten ranked division one wrestling standout and ultimate fighter alumni Ryan Bader. Bader should prove to be the biggest challenge of Anthony Perosh’s career next to maybe his … [Read more...] about Anthony Perosh looking for upset win against Ryan Bader