What did we learn this week? Ivica Ivušić is a much better goalie than Dominik Livaković and should be Dalić's first choice at the moment. Ivušić shows a confidence in the box Livaković simply does not have right now. There was nothing Ivušić could do on the Bulgarian goal as he was left high and dry on a break away. Andrej Kramarić is still Croatia's best striking option. … [Read more...] about Modrić, Kramarić Lift Croatia In 2-1 Friendly Victory Over Bulgaria
Modrić And Other Key Starters To Rest Versus Bulgaria
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Expect tons of changes for the Bulgaria friendly on Tuesday, per Sportske Novosti. Croatia manager, Zlatko Dalić, has already said that many key starters from the Slovenia match will sit in lieu of a B-squad. Modrić, Perišić, Kovačić, Livaković will all see the bench for the following Starting XI: Ivušič will be in goal. Dalić looks to play another 3-5-2 formation with … [Read more...] about Modrić And Other Key Starters To Rest Versus Bulgaria
Croatia Secure Pot 2 World Cup Seeding With 1-1 Result vs. Slovenia, Livaković Struggles Again
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The late Slovenia equalizer will put a sour taste in Croatian mouths, but at the end of the day, mission accomplished for the Vatreni outside of goalkeeper Dominik Livaković. Croatia dominated the match for 90 minutes and held the ball for 66% of the game. Modrić, Perišić, Ćaleta-Car all shined and Andre Kramarić got a much needed goal in red and white checkers. There were … [Read more...] about Croatia Secure Pot 2 World Cup Seeding With 1-1 Result vs. Slovenia, Livaković Struggles Again
Macedonia Knocks Italy Out Of World Cup Qualifying, But Which Situation Would You Rather Have?
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Macedonia have knocked Italy out of World Cup qualifying. Italy have now missed two straight World Cup tournaments but are reigning European champions. Would you rather be in Italy’s situation: 2 straight missed World Cups with a Euro championship OR Croatia’s situation: 6 straight tournament berths (3 WC/3 Euro) with a World Cup Final match…but no … [Read more...] about Macedonia Knocks Italy Out Of World Cup Qualifying, But Which Situation Would You Rather Have?
The Boys Are Back For Their First Matches Of 2022!
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It's seems like an eternity since we last watched our beloved Vatreni don the checkers in front of a packed (and rain logged) Poljud to book a ticket to the 2022 World Cup by way of Russian own goal. But guess what? Russia played for the draw and that's what they get. C'est la vie. Although Croatia have two friendlies this this week in Qatar, versus Slovenia on Saturday … [Read more...] about The Boys Are Back For Their First Matches Of 2022!
Croatians Around Europe XXVI: Perišić, Sosa Assist; Modrić Plays False 9 vs. Barcelona
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Ivan Perišić supplied the lone assist for Inter Milan Saturday in another disappointing result; drawing Fiorentina 1-1. Perišić left a long, lofty cross in the box that was met by the head of Denzel Dumfries. Inter get the point on home soil but have looked like an absolute shell of themselves without Marcelo Brozović in midfield. With the drop in points and an AC Milan win … [Read more...] about Croatians Around Europe XXVI: Perišić, Sosa Assist; Modrić Plays False 9 vs. Barcelona
Modrić, Kovačić To Meet In Champions League Quarters
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'Super Mario' Mandžukić got the Champions League party started for Croatians in 2013 when he scored in the final and helped Bayern Munich defeat Borussia Dortmund in extra time. Since then, a Croatian has lifted the Champions League every season. Nine straight campaigns, Croatian blood has lifted Europe's most prestigious club trophy: Mandžukić, Modrić, Kovaćić, Rakitić, … [Read more...] about Modrić, Kovačić To Meet In Champions League Quarters
Croatians Around Europe XXV: Majer Scores In Rennes Win, Sosa With Another Huge Assist
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Lovro Majer continued his extraordinary season with Rennes Sunday night in a 4-2 victory over Lyon. Majer scored the game winner in 1st half injury time with a wide open look on target following a Lyon defensive collapse. Majer would cap off the game with a simple insurance assist to Martin Terrier four minutes into the 2nd half to cap off a 'one goal, one assist' match. With … [Read more...] about Croatians Around Europe XXV: Majer Scores In Rennes Win, Sosa With Another Huge Assist
What’s Not To Love About Luka Modrić?
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Luka Modrić may be 36 years old, but he's still playing ball like a little kid in the selo. Wednesday night in Madrid, Modrić had a career game and one that Madridistas (and Croatians) will remember for years. He singlehandedly put Real Madrid on his back with the aggregate-tying goal, shredding through the entire PSG midfield before laying off a perfect 'nutmeg' assist to … [Read more...] about What’s Not To Love About Luka Modrić?
