Croatia Defeat Mexico 2-1 At The Coliseum
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We called it the 'Z Squad' all week long, but the 'Z Squad' showed up to play. Going into their game with Mexico on Saturday, the collective Croatian team only had one goal between them alongside a mere 29 caps. But knowing possible future spots on a 24-team Croatia 'A' team were on the line, the kids came to play. Gent goalkeeper Lovre Kalinić stood on his head for … [Read more...] about Croatia Defeat Mexico 2-1 At The Coliseum
Tom Penn: “We Would Love To Have Croatian Players”
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Los Angeles Football Club President, Co-Owner and NBA analyst Tom Penn would welcome Croatian players with open arms to his new MLS franchise in LA. Although he doesn't give us an exact name or club, Penn implies he's aware of players still playing, which we could only assume to be Modrić, Rakitić, Mandžukić. Penn also talks Croatia vs. Mexico, Ivica Zubac's 1st season with … [Read more...] about Tom Penn: “We Would Love To Have Croatian Players”
EXCLUSIVE: Croatia Arrive In LA For 1st Training Session
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The Croatia 'Z Squad' arrived in Los Angeles Tuesday afternoon and held a light practice in front of their friendly with Mexico at the Los Angeles Coliseum on Saturday, May 27th. As noted earlier in the week, none of Croatia's big name players made the trip as they still have games left in their European season with their respective clubs. Manager Ante … [Read more...] about EXCLUSIVE: Croatia Arrive In LA For 1st Training Session
Croatia Squad For Mexico Announced
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The Croatia squad for the Mexico friendly on May 27th at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum was announced today, and based on comments around social media, the fans ARE NOT happy. The team will consist of only 16 players, 12 of which currently play in the Croatian Prva Liga. The "biggest" players coming are Bayern Leverkusen's defender Tin Jedvaj and Sporting Gijon's … [Read more...] about Croatia Squad For Mexico Announced
Croatians Around Europe XXXI: Champions Crowned
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Juventus have been crowned Italian champions for a sixth straight season and Mario Mandžukić got the party started early with a 12th minute goal which saw him beat his defender and connect on a long pass from the sideline to score from seven yards out. Juventus would eventually add two more to defeat Crotone 3-0. Juve beat Lazio at midweek in the Coppa Italia Final and now only … [Read more...] about Croatians Around Europe XXXI: Champions Crowned
Championship Weekend
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More silverware coming to the Croatians this weekend! Danijel Subašić and Monaco locked up the French Ligue 1 title Wednesday night with a 2-0 win over Saint Etienne. It was another clean sheet for the Croatian #1 who was awarded 'Best Goalkeeper in France' this past weekend. Suba made some incredible saves against Juventus in their Champions League semifinal round … [Read more...] about Championship Weekend
Miocic Knocks Out dos Santos In 1st Round To Retain UFC Heavyweight Belt!
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In May of 2016, Croatian-American UFC fighter Stipe Miocic became the Heavyweight champion when he knocked out Fabricio Werdum in Brazil in the first round. Miocic then defended his belt in his hometown of Cleveland, Ohio, knocking out Alistair Overeem in the first round this past September. On Saturday, Miocic will face Junior dos Santos in Dallas, Texas at UFC 211. … [Read more...] about Miocic Knocks Out dos Santos In 1st Round To Retain UFC Heavyweight Belt!
Mandza vs. Modrić: Champions League Final Set!
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Real Madrid received a small scare Wednesday night, conceding two quick goals to Atletico in the second leg of their semifinal, but they would endure a 2-1 loss to take the two-legged draw 4-2 on aggregate. Real Madrid will now face Juventus in the Champions League Final from Cardiff on June 3rd. We already knew that a Croatian would be lifting the Cup once again … [Read more...] about Mandza vs. Modrić: Champions League Final Set!
