On Saturday, 22 year-old Celtic defender Jozo Šimunović shook Scottish sport front pages with his tackle on Rangers Kenny Miller. Šimunović is playing in his first season outside of Croatia after being part of Dinamo Zagreb from 2013-15. The 6'3" center-back has made a name for himself; being solid in the backline and aggressive against opposing strikers. And … [Read more...] about The Tackle Heard Across Scotland
Archives for April 2017
Croatians Around Europe *XXIX*
By 55 CommentsSPAIN Ivan Rakitić and Barcelona kept their foot on the pedal in hopes of salvaging their season with a La Liga title. With Real Madrid winning earlier Saturday, Barca knew anything short of three points against city rivals Espanyol could cost them the season. However, Luis Suarez would score in the 50th and 87th minutes with Rakitić adding a 2-0 insurance … [Read more...] about Croatians Around Europe *XXIX*
Mandžukić: A New Man
By 14 Comments"He isn't good enough." "He can't create his own shot." "He can't score outside of 8 feet." Mandza's critics may be loud, but there is a reason he's always starting for the best teams in the world. Mario Mandžukić was a pivotal piece of Bayern Munich's Champions League title run in 2013, where the German giants took the European treble, before being … [Read more...] about Mandžukić: A New Man
The End Of An Era? Dinamo Downed Again, Rijeka Increase Lead
By 32 CommentsAnother shocking blow to Dinamo’s title hopes have furthered them from the top. The Cubs have already defied the odds, New England are champs, but now I may have brought a daughter into this world where Dinamo are not crowned kings of Croatia? Didn't think it could get THAT bad. But hey, at least the Pens may repeat! Dinamo found themselves on the wrong side of … [Read more...] about The End Of An Era? Dinamo Downed Again, Rijeka Increase Lead
Croatians Around Europe *XXVIII*
By 88 CommentsSPAIN It was an El Clasico for the ages! With Barcelona needing all three points at the Bernabeu to make any shot at a La Liga title possible, Ivan Rakitić and Lionel Messi showed up in the biggest way. Coming into the match, Real madrid would have been content with a draw as they had a three point lead on Barcelona as well as a game in hand. And everything … [Read more...] about Croatians Around Europe *XXVIII*
CL Semis Set: Madrid Derby To Showcase While Juve Draw Monaco
By 31 CommentsPHOTO:HNS via CroatiaWeek.com Croatia may not be lifting cups on the international side of things, but come this June, another Croatian player will have to make room in his trophy case. For a fifth straight year, a Croatian will lift the Champions League trophy! It all started in 2013 when 'Super Mario' Mandžukić and Bayern Munich defeated … [Read more...] about CL Semis Set: Madrid Derby To Showcase While Juve Draw Monaco
Ronaldo Hat Trick Puts Real Madrid In CL Semis
By 134 CommentsIt was a wild one in Madrid Tuesday night. A 78th minute Sergio Ramos own goal leveled the aggregate score at 3-3 and forced extra time in the Champions League quarterfinal second leg clash between Real Madrid and Bayern Munich. However, Ronaldo would complete his hat trick with two goals in extra time, giving Real Madrid a 6-3 aggregate win over Bayern Munich to reach the … [Read more...] about Ronaldo Hat Trick Puts Real Madrid In CL Semis
THANK YOU DENIS!
By 35 CommentsThank you Denis Svirčić for nine incredible years at Croatian Sports! From David Beckham and the President of Croatia to Wimbledon champion Goran Ivanišević and Oliver Dragojevic. You helped unite Croatian fans around the world! All the best in the future. But the door is always open for you at CroatianSports! … [Read more...] about THANK YOU DENIS!