SPAIN Luka Modrić was given the day off after playing against Bayern Munich midweek in Champions League with countryman Mateo Kovačić replacing him in a less competitive Real Madrid starting XI without Bale or Ronaldo. Kovačić played 89 minutes but did not impress offensively as his defensive duties overshadowed his play up the field. Spanish press gave him a … [Read more...] about Croatians Around Europe *XXVII*
Archives for April 2017
Juve Thrash Barca, Real Madrid Comeback vs. Bayern
By 27 CommentsMario Mandžukić and Juventus overcame a huge hurdle Tuesday night, thrashing Barcelona 3-0 in the first leg of the Champions League quarterfinal round. It was supposed to be played alongside Borussia Dortmund v. Monaco, however a bus attack prior to the game suspended the match. The match is now scheduled for early Wednesday night. Mandžukić and Ivan Rakitić played … [Read more...] about Juve Thrash Barca, Real Madrid Comeback vs. Bayern
EXCLUSIVE: Šuker, Čačić Talk Croatia Friendly In Los Angeles
By 95 CommentsHNS President Davor Šuker and Croatian manager Ante Čačić were in Los Angeles this weekend in preparation of Croatia's friendly match against Mexico at the Los Angeles Coliseum on May 27th. CroatianSports asked Šuker what this game means for future Croatian friendlies around the globe and where the state of Croatian football stands today. When asked how much luck … [Read more...] about EXCLUSIVE: Šuker, Čačić Talk Croatia Friendly In Los Angeles
EXCLUSIVE: Lakers’ Larry Nance Jr. Made Honorary Croatian
By 2 CommentsIvica Zubac had a promising rookie season for the Los Angeles Lakers this year; averaging 7.5 points, 4.2 rebounds and 1 block in 38 games. The now 20 year-old got off to a slow start, going up and down from the D-League, before ultimately being shut down in early April with an ankle sprain. However, along the way, he befriended teammate Larry Nance Jr., who is in … [Read more...] about EXCLUSIVE: Lakers’ Larry Nance Jr. Made Honorary Croatian
HNL Week 27: Battle for the Top Continues
By Leave a CommentDinamo Zagreb escaped from Rujevica with a point on Saturday thanks to the acrobatic skill of Soudani and the goalkeeping prowess of Dominik Livković. Rijeka remain on top after the draw, but are certainly not satisfied with splitting the points with second-place Dinamo. The first 30 minutes were dominated by Rijeka, who threw everything they had at the young Dinamo … [Read more...] about HNL Week 27: Battle for the Top Continues
Croatians Around Europe *XXVI*
By 33 CommentsGermany Andrej Kramarić converted a penalty as Hoffenheim fell at Hamburg SV on Sunday. Kramarić scored in the 35th minute, putting enough power and placement on his penalty that it snuck in even with the keeper diving the right direction. Kramarić finished the match with three shots and one chance created. Despite the loss, Hoffenheim's top 4 status is pretty … [Read more...] about Croatians Around Europe *XXVI*