Argentina are now in Croatia's rearview mirror. Looking forward to Tuesday's Group D finale against Iceland, the Vatreni already know that they are all but certain to top the group, even if they lose to Iceland, read full scenario here. With that in mind, there's a few housekeeping items Croatia manager Zlatko Dalić will tend to. He has already stated that … [Read more...] about A-Squad To Rest Vs. Iceland
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Sore Losers: Argentina Show True Colors
By 27 CommentsThe World Cup is a phenomenon which truly brings the world together through the "beautiful game." Football fans and citizens of the world are allowed to come together for one month to cheer on their respective countries, watch the highest level of football on this planet, and drink, eat and sing with their own countrymen; and even with others. In the grand scheme of … [Read more...] about Sore Losers: Argentina Show True Colors
Nigeria Defeat Iceland 2-0, Croatia 99.9% To Top Group
By 67 CommentsEverything is going Croatia's way this World Cup. The Vatreni have already booked their spot in the Round of 16 with wins over Nigeria and Argentina. They have a +5 goal differential going into the final group match Tuesday; which they may not even need a proper result in. And they are playing out of their minds! And things just got easier for Croatia with … [Read more...] about Nigeria Defeat Iceland 2-0, Croatia 99.9% To Top Group
Croatia v. Argentina Postgame Show
By 30 CommentsThe CroatianSports.com World Cup team, comprised of Anthony Zorić, Peter Novaković and Frane Šošic break down Croatia's 3-0 victory and what to look forward to down the road. A big thank you to director Branimir Kvartuč and producer Sean Maričić for putting together the show and keeping things running smoothly. And thank you to St. Anthony's Croatian Catholic … [Read more...] about Croatia v. Argentina Postgame Show
Don’t Cry For Us Argentina! Croatia Off To WC Knockout Round After 3-0 Win!
By 184 CommentsCroatia lineup vs. Argentina: Subašić - Vrsaljko, Vida, Lovren, Strinić - Brozović, Rakitić, Modrić - Rebić, Perišić - Mandžukić Croatia shook up the 2018 World Cup Thursday night with their 3-0 dismantling of Lionel Messi and Argentina. With the South Americans needing to pick up points after a 1-1 draw against Iceland; and Lionel Messi's World Cup legacy on the … [Read more...] about Don’t Cry For Us Argentina! Croatia Off To WC Knockout Round After 3-0 Win!
Badelj In, Kramarić Out For Argentina
By 56 CommentsProjected Croatia lineup vs. Argentina: Subašić - Vrsaljko, Lovren, Vida, Strinić - Rakitić, Badelj - Rebić, Modrić, Perišić - Mandžukić. Sportske Novosti is reporting that Croatia manager Zlatko Dalić has already chosen his starting XI for Argentina and it will be the same lineup that went up against Nigeria; with one major switch. Striker Andrej Kramarić … [Read more...] about Badelj In, Kramarić Out For Argentina
Croatia-Argentina: What To Expect After 90
By 46 CommentsCroatia are on the brink of a great World Cup! But first: Argentina. After a disappointing draw against Iceland, Argentina will be hungry for points against the Vatreni, which may lead to their downfall. Here's how things will look after 90 minutes in Nizhny. A Croatia win against Argentina not only builds realistic confidence for the rest of … [Read more...] about Croatia-Argentina: What To Expect After 90
Kalinić Excused From Croatia World Cup Squad
By 75 CommentsCoach Zlatko Dalić confirmed Nikola Kalinić’s expulsion this afternoon to media after the story broke this morning that the AC Milan striker would be packing his bags to go home for disciplinary reasons. Reports from Russia suggested that Kalinić refused to go on as a sub in the 85th minute against Nigeria when requested, telling Dalić at the time that he had a sore … [Read more...] about Kalinić Excused From Croatia World Cup Squad