Luka Modrić suffered a hamstring injury this week vs. Girona and is expected to miss 2-4 weeks, 90min.com reports. Modrić will miss out on the Copa del Rey Final (May 6th) and the 1st leg of the Champions League semifinal vs. Manchester City (May 9th). Maybe even the 2nd leg the following week. Modrić should fully recover for the Nations League semifinal vs. Netherlands June … [Read more...] about Modrić Out 2-4 Weeks
Croatians Around Europe Weekend #28: DCC Goal Stuns Arsenal, Beljo Scores For Augsburg, Vlašić MOTM
By 16 CommentsDuje Ćaleta-Car came on for an injured Jan Bednarek Friday night in the 41st minute of Southampton's 3-3 draw against league leaders, Arsenal. In the 66th minute, DCC would head home a ball on the back post to make it 3-1. Arsenal would rally for two late goals but a victory wasn't in the cards as fatal defensive errors could very well cost them the Premiership title with … [Read more...] about Croatians Around Europe Weekend #28: DCC Goal Stuns Arsenal, Beljo Scores For Augsburg, Vlašić MOTM
Hajduk Split Knock Off AC Milan To Reach UEFA Youth League Final!
By 14 CommentsHajduk Split's U-19 squad rattled off a HUGE win Friday night in Switzerland; scoring three 2nd half goals to defeat AC Milan and book their ticket to the UEFA Youth League Final. Think of this tournament as the Champions League, but for U-19 teams across Europe. Hajduk have now defeated Manchester City, Borussia Dortmund and AC Milan on their way to the Final, where they … [Read more...] about Hajduk Split Knock Off AC Milan To Reach UEFA Youth League Final!
Episode 3: Modrić Farewell Tour
By 22 CommentsAnte and Matt talk about where Modrić should retire to end his professional career -- the answer rhymes with Schmyduk. Champions League semifinals. And a Croatian is guaranteed to play in the Champions League Final for a 12th straight year. Even Slavonac from Canada is mentioned...and defended. … [Read more...] about Episode 3: Modrić Farewell Tour
Modrić Interview w/ Rio Ferdinand
By 1 CommentCheck out this short but sweet 23-minute Luka Modrić interview by former Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand. Modrić not only talks about winning Champions League titles at Real Madrid and Croatia's amazing World Cup runs under him, but he discusses his thought process on the pitch. A must watch! … [Read more...] about Modrić Interview w/ Rio Ferdinand
Musa Scores 1st CL Knockout Round Goal, Inter Move On To Earn Semifinal Clash With AC Milan
By 16 CommentsWell, the guy doesn't get much playing time at Benfica, but he's definitely doing the best he can with the limited chances he gets. 25 year-old Croatian striker Petar Musa scored his first ever Champions League knockout round goal at the San Siro Wednesday night. Coming off the bench in the 8oth minute, Musa scored the equalizer against Inter Milan in the fifth minute of injury … [Read more...] about Musa Scores 1st CL Knockout Round Goal, Inter Move On To Earn Semifinal Clash With AC Milan
Modrić & Rebić Off To Champions League Semifinals!
By 15 CommentsModrić and Real Madrid easily handled Mateo Kovaćić and Chelsea in the Champions League quarterfinals this week (4-0 aggregate). Real Madrid won 2-0 once again Tuesday night as Modrić played the full 90 minutes in the match. He received a 7/10 grade for his efforts as he "Grew into the game, helping Real Madrid improve and dictate the tempo in midfield when Chelsea pushed … [Read more...] about Modrić & Rebić Off To Champions League Semifinals!
Croatians Around Europe Weekend #27: Kramarić, Juranović Score Amazing Free Kicks; Perišić Assists
By 21 CommentsAndrej Kramarić scored a near perfect free kick against Bayern Munich on Saturday to force a 1-1 draw for his Hoffenheim side. The goal came in the 71st minute as Krama curled the ball over the wall and off the diving fingertips of goalkeeper Sommer. The free kick forced a 1-1 draw which temporarily shook up the Bundesliga title race, however, Dortmund also drew on the day as … [Read more...] about Croatians Around Europe Weekend #27: Kramarić, Juranović Score Amazing Free Kicks; Perišić Assists
Episode 2: Medugorje
By 27 CommentsAnte and Matt talk current status of Dinamo Zagreb, Champions League quarterfinals and Ante Rebić returning to the national team. If Rebić publicly apologized to Dalić and his Croatian teammates, would you want him back on the squad? … [Read more...] about Episode 2: Medugorje