No real changes from Dalić for November's last two qualifiers of the campaign. Remember, Croatia only need a single point to qualify directly for the 2026 World Cup. However, if they can win both games and have Germany drop points, they would move into Pot 1 seeding for the World Cup draw. Notable player moves for November: -Will Luka Vušković get any playing time in … [Read more...] about Dalić Names Squad For November World Cup Qualifiers vs. Faroe Islands & Montenegro
Croatians Around Europe 9: Modrić MOTM With Assist On Late AC Milan Equalizer, Kramarić G+A In Hoffenheim Win
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Luka Modrić played the full 90 minutes and assisted on AC Milan's 93' equalizer in a shock 2-2 draw vs. Pisa. AC Milan were the better team for 90% of the match but conceded a penalty and late counter attack to give Pisa hope for their first win of the season. Modrić flooded the field with wonderful through balls inside and outside the box. He could have easily had another … [Read more...] about Croatians Around Europe 9: Modrić MOTM With Assist On Late AC Milan Equalizer, Kramarić G+A In Hoffenheim Win
Dinamo Stay Undefeated In Europa League With 1-1 Malmo Draw, Varela Goal At The Death!
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Varela scores in the 96’ minute to force a 1-1 draw vs. Malmo in Sweden. The draw moves Dinamo to 4th place in the Europa League table three matches into the campaign (7 points through 3 games). A fine start for Dinamo indeed. They are certainly on pace to finish top-24 and play in the knockout rounds after the new year. Let's see if Mario Kovačević and his boys can keep the … [Read more...] about Dinamo Stay Undefeated In Europa League With 1-1 Malmo Draw, Varela Goal At The Death!
RUMOR MILL: Kovačić Could Join Modrić At AC Milan
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AC Milan are prepared to make a bid for Mateo Kovačić to reunite him and Luka Modrić in Serie A this season; possibly in the winter transfer window, per MilanLive. Why this makes sense: -AC Milan currently in title contention -Kovačić no longer a permanent fixture in the City midfield, even with all their injuries -Kova’s current contract expires June … [Read more...] about RUMOR MILL: Kovačić Could Join Modrić At AC Milan
Champions League Day 3: Kotarski Lets In 4 vs. Dortmund
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Dominik Kotarski had a rough day at the office Tuesday night in Champions League, letting in four goals in a 4-2 Copenhagen loss to Borussia Dortmund. Kotarski received a 3.4/10 rating from FOTMOB for his efforts as he let in two "easy goals" that should have been prevented. You be the judge. Not trying to shit on Kotarski here by any means. The reason this is important is … [Read more...] about Champions League Day 3: Kotarski Lets In 4 vs. Dortmund
Croatians Around Europe 8: Modrić Brings AC Milan To 1st Place, Kramarić MOTM vs. St. Pauli In Win
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Luka Modrić played 90 minutes Sunday as AC Milan roared back to defeat Fiorentina 2-1 Sunday night at San Siro. The win gives AC Milan sole position of 1st place in the Serie A Table through the first seven matches of the season. AC Milan now have a 1-point edge on Inter, Napoli and Inter and will next face Pisa October 24th. Modrić received a solid 7/10 match rating from … [Read more...] about Croatians Around Europe 8: Modrić Brings AC Milan To 1st Place, Kramarić MOTM vs. St. Pauli In Win
RUMOR MILL: Croatia Will Play Brazil In The U.S.A March 2026
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Croatia will be playing two friendlies in the United States March of 2026, per Dalić. Numerous Brazilian outlets have mentioned the CBF has been chatting with the HNS. Can we assume one of the matches will be versus Brazil with that information? I would say it is 90%. The other assumption is for Croatia to play another already qualified South American side due to travel. My … [Read more...] about RUMOR MILL: Croatia Will Play Brazil In The U.S.A March 2026
Croatia Predicted To Move Down 2 Spots In FIFA Rankings, Out Of World Cup Pot 1 Pool
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Croatia are expected to lose two spots in the FIFA rankings and will be the new #11 going into November. With Germany winning both of their October qualifiers and Croatia drawing Czechia 0-0, as it stands, that means the Vatreni would be a Pot 2 nation for the World Cup draw on December 5th. Top-9 nations plus hosts United States, Mexico, Canada will be seeded … [Read more...] about Croatia Predicted To Move Down 2 Spots In FIFA Rankings, Out Of World Cup Pot 1 Pool
Croatia 99.9% Qualified For World Cup After 3-0 Victory Over Gibraltar!
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Croatia defeat Gibraltar 3-0 in Varaždin and are now 99.9% qualified for the 2026 World Cup! Start booking your plane tickets!, folks! It was a rag-tag misfit group of starting XI players from Dalić — and it was ugly for most of the game — but the result is all that matters. Goals from Fruk, Luka Sučić and Erlić sealed the deal. Majer missed a penalty kick. Modrić, … [Read more...] about Croatia 99.9% Qualified For World Cup After 3-0 Victory Over Gibraltar!
