Without going into tactics or starting XI (we will do that later in the week), Croatia can lock up a Nations League quarterfinal berth this Friday in Glasgow under the following two scenarios: Should be easy enough, right? Croatia just beat Scotland in Zagreb but needed to come-from-behind with goals from Matanović and Kramarić. And don't forget Scotland's last second … [Read more...] about Scotland: Win And Croatia Is In
Croatians Around Europe 11: Sučić Assists In Sociedad Win Over Barcelona
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Luka Sučić assisted on the lone goal of the game Sunday in Real Sociedad's 1-0 victory over 1st place Barcelona. During the 1st half, Sučić perfectly flicked the ball with his head to put teammate Sheraldo Becker on a mini break-away which he capitalized on. That was all the scoring in the match as Sociedad denied all Barcelona attempts through out the 90 minutes. Sučić played … [Read more...] about Croatians Around Europe 11: Sučić Assists In Sociedad Win Over Barcelona
Dinamo Ahead Of Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, AC Milan After 4 CL Matches
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There's a loooooong way to go, BUT, after four matches and half the “League Phase” campaign already completed, Dinamo currently sit in 16th place; level on points with Manchester City, Juventus and Arsenal. More surprisingly, the Croatian champs have more points than Bayern Munich, Real Madrid and AC Milan at the midpoint of the Champions League "group phase". How would have … [Read more...] about Dinamo Ahead Of Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, AC Milan After 4 CL Matches
Dinamo Defeat Bratislava 4-1 For 2nd Straight Champions League Victory!
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Dinamo Zagreb score 4 unanswered goals to defeat Slovan Bratislava 4-1 in Champions League! They now have 7 points through four matches which will put them in prime position for a top-24 finish and CL play in 2025! Kulenović: 2 goals ⚽️⚽️Petar Sučić: 1 goal ⚽️Pjaca: 2 assists ↪️↪️ … [Read more...] about Dinamo Defeat Bratislava 4-1 For 2nd Straight Champions League Victory!
Croatians Around Europe 10: Gvardiol, Budimir, Perišić All Score
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Joško Gvardiol scored his third Premier League goal of the season Saturday in a 2-1 Manchester City loss to Bournemouth. The header came little too late in the closing minutes as City were already down 2-0. However, good to see Gvardiol climb the ladder to give his side a chance. Both Gvardiol and Mateo Kovačić played the full 90 for City in the match. Goal.com gave Gvardiol a … [Read more...] about Croatians Around Europe 10: Gvardiol, Budimir, Perišić All Score
What Is Dalić Doing Calling 4 Keepers, Only 2 CBs?
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I don't understand the logic here. What is Dalić doing? For November's final two UEFA Nations League matches versus Scotland and Portugal, Dalić has called up four goalkeepers but only two pure center-backs: DCC and Šutalo. (For sake of conversation, let's assume Gvardiol will play the left-back position as he has been even though we know he can be slotted as a CB for … [Read more...] about What Is Dalić Doing Calling 4 Keepers, Only 2 CBs?
Croatians Around Europe 9: Budimir Bags La Liga Goal #5
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33 year-old Croatia striker Ante Budimir scored his 5th La Liga goal of the season Sunday in a 2-0 Osasuna win over Luka Sučič and Real Sociedad. In the 34', Budimir trapped the ball at the top of the box and sent a perfectly place shot just inside the left post to beat the keeper. It was as composed as a finish as you can see. We usually see Budimir score with his head but he … [Read more...] about Croatians Around Europe 9: Budimir Bags La Liga Goal #5
Dinamo Defeat RB Salzburg 2-0 To Notch 1st Champions League Win This Campaign, Move To 22nd Position On Table
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Dinamo Zagreb defeat RB Salzburg 2-0 to notch their 1st Champions League win of the campaign! Goals from Kulenović and Petković. Dinamo now sit 22nd place on the table after 3 matches. Top-24 clubs make it to the next stage after eight games played. On top of that, Dinamo currently sit in front of Bayern Munich and AC Milan. This new Champions League format is sooooo much … [Read more...] about Dinamo Defeat RB Salzburg 2-0 To Notch 1st Champions League Win This Campaign, Move To 22nd Position On Table
Croatians Around Europe 8: Modrić Makes Real Madrid History, Gvardiol Scores From Outside The Box, Kramarić Bags Bundesliga Goal #5
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Luka Modrić is now the king of Real Madrid! Modrić has now surpassed the legendary Ferenc Puskas as the oldest player in history to dawn the Real Madrid shirt at 39 years. 40 days. Modrić assisted Vini with an exquisite pass just 3 minutes after coming on Saturday night in the 63rd minute. We’ve said it a million times. Fine wine! Modrić received a 8/10 grade from Goal.com … [Read more...] about Croatians Around Europe 8: Modrić Makes Real Madrid History, Gvardiol Scores From Outside The Box, Kramarić Bags Bundesliga Goal #5
