The 7-1 victory over Malta went perfectly to plan. Croatia went up early to make it 4-1 at half. That enabled Dalić to sub out Brozović and Perišić (both on yellows) to preserve them for the Russia match. Luka Modrić got his reps in and played 54 minutes in this match. Ivo Grbić got his first cap in net for the Vatreni and should have had a clean sheet if it wasn't for … [Read more...] about Croatia Crush Malta 7-1 To Set Up A ‘Win Or Go To Playoff’ Match vs. Russia On Sunday
Croatians Around Europe X: Vrsaljko Scores 1st La Liga Goal, Gvardiol With Master Assist, Majer Has Career Game
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Šime Vrsaljko came on for Kieran Trippier in the eighth minute of play on Sunday and made the most of his rare time on the pitch with 'Man of the Match' honors and his first career La Liga goal. Vrsaljko received an 8.1 rating (FOTMOB) as he "replaced Trippier on eight minutes. The best performance from an Atlético right-back this season. Sound defensively, and rewarded for his … [Read more...] about Croatians Around Europe X: Vrsaljko Scores 1st La Liga Goal, Gvardiol With Master Assist, Majer Has Career Game
Champions League Day 4: Brozović Scores, Lille Defeat Sevilla After Grbić Gaffe
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Marcelo Brozović opened the scoring for Inter Milan Wednesday night in a 3-1 victory over Sheriff Tiraspol and received 'Man of the Match' honors for his efforts with a 9.1 rating (FOTMOB). With the game scoreless in the 54th minute, Brozović ripped a low shot from 18 yards out that "nutmegged" a Sheriff defender before hitting the back of the net. The win puts Inter Milan and … [Read more...] about Champions League Day 4: Brozović Scores, Lille Defeat Sevilla After Grbić Gaffe
Croatians Around Europe IX: Kramarić Scores Winner, Modrić Assists In Real Madrid Victory
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Andrej Kramarić scored the game winner for Hoffenheim in a 2-0 victory over Hertha Berlin Friday night. Following a 'dummy' from his teammate in the box in the 20', Krama slotted home an open shot past the keeper through a deflection. This is Krama's second Bundesliga goal of the season as we enter the international break vs. Malta and Russia in two weeks. It should only build … [Read more...] about Croatians Around Europe IX: Kramarić Scores Winner, Modrić Assists In Real Madrid Victory
Dubrovnik’s Ante Delija Survives 1st Round Massacre In $1 Million Heavyweight Fight, Loses In Unanimous Decision
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31 year-old Ante Delija is the definition of "resilience". The Croatian heavyweight survived a beatdown of epic proportion Wednesday night in the 1st Round of the 2021 Professional Fighter's League championship against Brazilian Bruno Cappelozza. The winner received a check for $1 million. Delija has a career MMA record of 19-5 but has now been beaten by Cappelozza twice. … [Read more...] about Dubrovnik’s Ante Delija Survives 1st Round Massacre In $1 Million Heavyweight Fight, Loses In Unanimous Decision
UPDATED: Kovačić Out For 1 Month With Hamstring Injury, Will Miss Russia Match
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Mateo Kovačić is trending upward and is on a trajectory to become the player we were all taught he would become. Looming in the shadows of Luka Modrić - both at Real Madrid and the Croatian national team - Kovačić is perfectly timing his climb up the football ladder as Modrić throttles down at age 36. Kovačić has cemented his place in the Chelsea midfield and is playing … [Read more...] about UPDATED: Kovačić Out For 1 Month With Hamstring Injury, Will Miss Russia Match
Croatians Around Europe VIII: Kovačić Shines For Chelsea, Brekalo Scores Winner For Torino
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Chelsea absolutely destroyed Norwich City 7-0 Saturday afternoon. Mateo Kovačić had a huge game with two assists and an impressive 9.1 rating in his 90 minutes on the pitch. Chelsea will remain in 1st place in England through the first nine matches of the season with the win. "Kova was lively in midfield throughout - and provided a lovely assist for the second goal, a … [Read more...] about Croatians Around Europe VIII: Kovačić Shines For Chelsea, Brekalo Scores Winner For Torino
Champions League Week 3: Pašalic Scores At Old Trafford, Modrić With Silky Smooth Assist
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There was tons of action for Croatians in Champions League this week! Atalanta's Mario Pašalić scored the opener at Old Trafford vs. Manchester United Wednesday night with a sharp tap-in right in front of goal. Atalanta would take a 2-0 lead against the Red Devils, however, Man United would roar back to a 3-2 victory capped off by an 81st minute winning header by Cristiano … [Read more...] about Champions League Week 3: Pašalic Scores At Old Trafford, Modrić With Silky Smooth Assist
Croatians Around Europe VII: Perišić Makes History, Krama With 2 Assists, Lovren A Liability?
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Ivan Perišić made Serie A history on Saturday when he opened up the scoring from the penalty spot in Inter Milan's 3-1 loss to Lazio. Perišić is the first Serie A player (since the data was collected) to convert a penalty shot with both feet in a league game, SempreInter reports. His left foot has always been favored but he decided to take this shot with his right. Why? We can … [Read more...] about Croatians Around Europe VII: Perišić Makes History, Krama With 2 Assists, Lovren A Liability?
