ENGLAND Photo: Action Images Nikica Jelavić continued his scoring form going into the international break, heading home a difficult Steven Pienaar deflected shot from a tight angle to equalize for Everton in the 11th minute Saturday for Everton. The goal came only seconds after Wigan's Arouna Koné scored to give Wigan the early lead, with replay showing he was well … [Read more...] about Croatians Around Europe *VI*
Kalinić, Livaja net in Europa League
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Both Nikola Kalinić and Ivan Strinić played the full 90 minutes for Dnipro Thursday night in their 3-2 come from behind victory versus AIK Stockholm. With Dnipro down early, Kalinić received a long down-field pass from Rotan in the 41st minute, took the ball down with a 360-degree trap and then slotted home for the equalizer. It was a well composed goal, one of only few for … [Read more...] about Kalinić, Livaja net in Europa League
CroatianSports.com: Year One
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One year ago today (October 4th), CroatianSoccerReport.com closed its doors to make way for CroatianSports.com, not only expanding our sports reporting, but also giving our readers a more enjoyable experience following Croatian sports in the English language. Alongside long time partner in crime, Denis Svirčić, I (Ante Kvartuč) have made it our duty to not just deliver the … [Read more...] about CroatianSports.com: Year One
Dinamo fall in Kiev 2-0
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Wednesday night showed how over their heads Dinamo Zagreb are in the Champions League competition. After losing all six games last campaign and being downed by FC Porto 2-0 in their opening match this year, Dinamo Zagreb once again lost, this time 2-0 to Dynamo Kiev. It was supposed to be a battle of Dinamos for third spot in this group but Kiev showed their superiority over … [Read more...] about Dinamo fall in Kiev 2-0
The Life of Luka Modrić (en Español)
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Luka Modrić has come a long way to where he is today at Real Madrid. The following mini documentary shows Luka's rise from war-torn Zadar (where he was born and raised) to a failed trial at Hajduk Split, his domination at Mostar and Dinamo Zagreb, all the way to his mega transfers to Tottenham, and now, Real Madrid. It's a solid 17-minute documentary which is narrated in … [Read more...] about The Life of Luka Modrić (en Español)
Would you play for her?
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Former Croatia women's international, Tihana Nemčić, is taking over fifth division side NK Viktorija Vojakovac- not as a cheerleader, but as manager. The 24 year-old Nemčić also models on the side. Is this just a publicity stunt or is Nemčić serious about coaching in Croatia? She just recently graduated from the University of Sport in Croatia this past spring. "I am the … [Read more...] about Would you play for her?
Croatians Around Europe *V*
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ENGLAND Photo: PA Nikica Jelavić returned from a knee knock he suffered two weeks ago to score twice on Saturday vs. Southampton, earning Everton a 3-1 win. The Toffees went down early to Southampton but Jelavić was ready to carry his team to victory. In the 25', Jelavić got caught up with a Southampton defender as the ball came over the top, and the Croatian striker … [Read more...] about Croatians Around Europe *V*
Dinamo takes on Hajduk at Maksimir
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The Vječni derbi (Eternal Derby) is back! Dinamo Zagreb vs. Hajduk Split. But when the two sides meet this Saturday at Maksimir (12PM ET), it'll be under a different set of rules. Dinamo Zagreb, who have won the last seven HNL championships, haven't really made it much of a rivalry the past decade, rather more of an annihilation. Dinamo has clearly been the better club, … [Read more...] about Dinamo takes on Hajduk at Maksimir
Mandžukić nets twice, takes Bundesliga scoring lead
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Photo: Caught Offside Croatian striker Mario Mandžukić is getting service in Munich, and is not disappointing his new team. The 26 year-old Mandžukić was bought by German giants Bayern Munich after a superb Euro 2012 campaign, where he scored three goals in three games this past summer. He hasn't let off the gas yet. On Tuesday night, against former club Wolfsburg, … [Read more...] about Mandžukić nets twice, takes Bundesliga scoring lead
