WILL THIS BE THE TEAM THAT RETURNS US TO GLORY? The day has finally arrived! Croatia plays Austria today in Vienna at 11:50 AM (ET) and the game will be televised on ESPN2 in America. Croatia is back in action after a dismal World Cup 2006 campaign where they only scored 2 goals in 3 games. But this year will be different, I think we can all feel … [Read more...] about IT’S TIME BOYS AND GIRLS!!!
DINAMO PICKS UP ARGENTINE STRIKER
By 3 CommentsFIFA.com has confirmed that Dinamo Zagreb has signed Argentine striker, Guillermo Suarez, for an undisclosed amount from his former club, Tigre. This is a good pick up for Dinamo who just lost Luka Modrić to Tottenham. Dinamo Zagreb has been very successful into turning their star players into top-tier transfers for the big leagues in Europe. In recent years they have … [Read more...] about DINAMO PICKS UP ARGENTINE STRIKER
EDUARDO BACK IN JULY???
By 2 CommentsGoal.com has reported that Eduardo can make a miraculous July return to football. This is of course as optimistic as one can be, but doctors have said that his rehab is going flawless. Even if Eduardo does make an early return, this still doesn't mean he gets to play in Euro 2008; but he would definitely be ready for World Cup qualifying starting in September versus Kazakhstan … [Read more...] about EDUARDO BACK IN JULY???
CROATIA-HUNGARY RECAP
By 7 CommentsHere are my thoughts on the game; and remember that I only saw various highlights of the game since it wasn't broadcast in America. Olić and Petrić looked promising up top and had some nice scoring chances, one of which included hitting the post. The chemistry looked OK on the scoring end and our defense solid. If this is things to come for Niko Kovač I can't wait to see more. … [Read more...] about CROATIA-HUNGARY RECAP
OFF TO AUSTRIA!
By 6 CommentsI would just like to take this chance to bid farewell to fellow CroatianSoccerReport.com writer and colleague of mine, Denis Svirčić, who will be leaving for Europe, and most importantly Euro 2008, tomorrow. Denis will be at the Croatian matches versus Austria and Poland in Vienna and Klagenfurt- and hopefully more! CroatianSoccerReport.com will have photos and video up … [Read more...] about OFF TO AUSTRIA!
FRENCH OPEN AND BUDAPEST FRIENDLY
By 5 CommentsSaturday will be packed full of action for Croatian sports fans! The 'Vatreni' will be in Budapest to play Hungary in their last warm-up before they open Euro 2008 group play against the co-hosts, Austria, in Vienna on June 8th. This will be Bilić's last chance to see who is match fit and which strikers he will use for his Euro assault. The game will not be televised in America … [Read more...] about FRENCH OPEN AND BUDAPEST FRIENDLY
CROATIAN SMALL GOALS TOURNAMENT
By 5 CommentsHere's a slideshow I put together for the tournament that went on in San Pedro, CA on 5/24/2008. The only thing that I have to do is another version where a Croatian song plays in the background. Any suggestions? CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE ANY PICTURE FROM THE VIDEO IMAGE DOWNLOADS NOW ONLY $15.00 … [Read more...] about CROATIAN SMALL GOALS TOURNAMENT
CROATIA SLIP BY MOLDOVA
By 8 CommentsCroatian captain, Niko Kovač, scored the only goal in a 1-0 friendly victory versus Moldova in Rijeka this past Saturday. The game was merely a tune-up for the Croatian side who will open up group play for Euro 2008 in just 2 weeks time. Coach Slaven Bilić got in plenty of players in the game to gauge readiness and fitness for many of the new call-ups. Uefa.com covered the game … [Read more...] about CROATIA SLIP BY MOLDOVA
CROATIA-MOLDOVA FRIENDLY
By 9 CommentsAs Croatians from all over North America come to Los Angeles this weekend for Independence Day festivities, which includes the 2nd Annual Croatian Small Goals Tournament in San Pedro, our national team will be hosting a friendly in Rijeka on Saturday at 11:30AM (ET) to Moldova. With only 2 weeks left before Euro 2008 kicks off, (and no disrespect towards Moldova) we … [Read more...] about CROATIA-MOLDOVA FRIENDLY
