February 22nd, 2018 marks the 10 year anniversary of CroatianSports.com! It was 10 years ago today, and shortly after Croatia defeated England 3-2 at Wembley in November of 2007 to deny them a Euro 2008 berth, that we began this quasi-journalism adventure. We have not only reported on Croatian sports in the English language, but we have also interviewed the "cream of … [Read more...] about CroatianSports.com 10 Year Anniversary!!!
Petrović To Be Honored By Brooklyn Nets
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Croatian basketball legend Drazen Petrovic, who passed away in 1993 at the age of 28, will be honored by the Brooklyn Nets the night of February 26th, ESPN has reported. "Petrović’s mother will be in attendance and there will be a video tribute showcasing the guard’s legacy. The Nets will also be giving out Dražen Petrović STARTING LINEUP ™ Figurines to the first … [Read more...] about Petrović To Be Honored By Brooklyn Nets
Vida Sees Red In Besiktas CL Debut
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Domagoj Vida was sent off in the 16th minute Tuesday night in Munich during his Besiktas Champions League debut after an errant back pass from a teammate left him in 'no man's land' against Robert Lewandowski. Vida tried to slide tackle the ball away but was half a step too late and got all leg instead. Besiktas weathered the storm for the rest off the first half but … [Read more...] about Vida Sees Red In Besiktas CL Debut
Croatians Around Europe XXIV
By 32 CommentsHeadlines: Luka Modrić & Real Madrid take on Eibar Sunday Ivan Perišić & Inter Milan look to stay in the top 4 with a win vs. Genoa Saturday Mario Mandžukić and Juventus face city rivals Torino Sunday in a matinee affair Can Andrej Kramarić keep the goals coming against Schalke on Saturday? … [Read more...] about Croatians Around Europe XXIV
Šarić, Hezonja Heating Up At The Break
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As the NBA season enters the All-Star break, Dario Šarić of the Philadelphia 76ers and Mario Hezonja of the Orlando Magic have been on fire of late. Šarić is starting for the 76ers, who are currently sitting 7th in the East, which is enough to make the playoffs. Šarić was a finalist for NBA Rookie of the Year last season but just fell short of the award to the … [Read more...] about Šarić, Hezonja Heating Up At The Break
Modrić Shines As Real Madrid Come Back To Defeat PSG 3-1
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Luka Modrić and Real Madrid dodged a huge bullet Wednesday in Champions League after conceding the first goal of the game to PSG at home in the 33rd minute. However, the troops would rally for three unanswered goals in a dominating comeback where Ronaldo scored twice. With Champions League all for Real Madrid to play for, this result should give the club the proper momentum … [Read more...] about Modrić Shines As Real Madrid Come Back To Defeat PSG 3-1
Croatians Around Europe XXIII
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Andrej Kramarić woke up from his winter slumber on Saturday when he scored twice for Hoffenheim in a 4-2 win over Mainz. The 26 year-old striker got the start and cleaned up the trash in front of net in the 67th minute of the match for his first goal. Kramarić Goals/Match Highlights Then in the 88th minute, Krama would line up a free kick from 30 yards out … [Read more...] about Croatians Around Europe XXIII
Croatia Bring 19 Athletes To Korea For Pyeongchang Olympics
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The 2018 winter Olympics are upon us and Croatia will be represented by 19 athletes across four sports: alpine skiing, cross-country skiing, bobsled and luge. CroatiaWeek has put together a list of Croatian athletes competing in their respected winter sports, which will be without a Kostelić sibling for the first time since the 1994 Olympics in Lillehammer, Norway. … [Read more...] about Croatia Bring 19 Athletes To Korea For Pyeongchang Olympics
