Written by Matt Pocrnić (@crotalentscout2 on X) Martin Baturina will join Como 1907 for a €22 million fee (around $25 million). He’s set to sign a five-year deal, keeping him at the club until 2030, per Fabrizio Romano. He’ll be joining Petar Sučić in Italy, but this time they’ll be on opposite sides. The 22-year-old midfielder is coming off a strong season with Dinamo … [Read more...] about Martin Baturina to Como: DONE DEAL!
Croatia Dismantle 196th Ranked Gibraltar 7-0
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In Croatia’s first World Cup qualifier of the campaign, they easily handled Gibraltar after a slow opening 30 minutes. Goals were scored by: Kramarić x2, Ivanović x2 (1st international goals), Mario Pašalić, Budimir and Perišić (2 assists as well). Only disappointment here is that Dalić did not throw Luka Vušković into the match for 10-15 minutes in what would have been his … [Read more...] about Croatia Dismantle 196th Ranked Gibraltar 7-0
HNK Rijeka Are Crowned 2024-25 HNL Champions
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A wild, unpredictable 2024-25 HNL season has met its end! HNK Rijeka defeats Slaven Belupo 2-0 on home soil and are crowned champions of Croatia for the second time in club history, and the first time since 2017. Rijeka, Dinamo, and Hajduk were all mathematically in contention for the title ahead of the final matchday. All three sides won their final match, leaving Rijeka … [Read more...] about HNK Rijeka Are Crowned 2024-25 HNL Champions
Modrić Announces His Farewell to Real Madrid
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After a marvelous, legendary career with the club, 39-year-old Luka Modrić has announced his farewell to Real Madrid. Modrić shared on social media: "Dear Real Madrid fans: The time has come. The time I never wanted to come, but that's football, and in life everything has a beginning and an end… On Saturday I'll play my last game at the Santiago Bernabéu. I arrived in … [Read more...] about Modrić Announces His Farewell to Real Madrid
RUMOR MILL: Modrić Will NOT Renew With Madrid This Summer
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Oh boy. Ohhhhh boy. While it is smart to avoid an overreaction at this time, more and more reports suggest that Luka Modrić will not renew his contract with Real Madrid this summer. The news comes shortly after the club announced that Xabi Alonso would take over as manager, yet previous reports shared that Alonso was very interested in keeping Modrić around. Modrić has … [Read more...] about RUMOR MILL: Modrić Will NOT Renew With Madrid This Summer
Promising Striker Tino Kusanović Makes History with Nürnberg First-Team Debut
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Written by Matt Pocrnić (@crotalentscout2 on X) At just 17 years, 2 months, and 1 day old, Tino Kusanović made history by becoming the youngest player ever to debut for 1. FC Nürnberg’s first team and the fourth-youngest player to debut in the 2. Bundesliga. Kusanović is a highly promising striker. Born in Germany to Croatian parents, he has represented Croatia at the … [Read more...] about Promising Striker Tino Kusanović Makes History with Nürnberg First-Team Debut
Dalić Releases Squad For Upcoming Qualifiers, Vušković Included
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Zlatko Dalić has released his squad for the Vatreni's upcoming 2026 World Cup Qualifiers against Gibraltar and Czechia in June. Dalić absolutely nailed it with this roster. The head coach features a solid mix of young and old, and June should see 18-year-old defensive phenomenon Luka Vušković make his debut with the senior National Team. Rijeka standout Toni Fruk also made … [Read more...] about Dalić Releases Squad For Upcoming Qualifiers, Vušković Included
BREAKING: 19 Year-Old Bayern Stud Anthony Pavlešić Chooses Croatia Over Australia
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Written by Matt Pocrnić (@crotalentscout2 on X) 19-year-old Bayern Munich goalkeeper Anthony Pavlešić has officially committed to playing for Croatia, turning down Australia, the country where he was born and raised. The decision came after talks with U-21 head coach Ivica Olić, and just weeks after Pavlešić faced Croatia U-21 while representing Australia U-23 at a … [Read more...] about BREAKING: 19 Year-Old Bayern Stud Anthony Pavlešić Chooses Croatia Over Australia
France Level With 2 Goals In 2nd Half, Defeat Croatia In 7th Round Of Penalty Kick Shootout
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Full time: France full back 2 goals to level the tie on aggregate. Croatia could not withstand the pressure for an entire match. Dalić really took off Modrić and Kova for Jakić and Moro with 10 minutes left??? Talk about mailing it in. Halftime: 0-0 in Paris. A near perfect defensive half from the Croatians. We knew France would be on the front foot and it showed with their … [Read more...] about France Level With 2 Goals In 2nd Half, Defeat Croatia In 7th Round Of Penalty Kick Shootout
