After an average showing at Euro 2020 and lots of locker room drama for Croatia, it's evident the squad is in need of a major rebuild. Thankful for the Vatreni, this current generation of youth talent is the most outstanding the nation has ever seen - by far. After compiling a list of 120 Croatian talents to keep an eye on with Markus, here are 5 young players that could really … [Read more...] about Croatian Young Guns To Watch For After EURO 2020
Croatia vs. Spain: 24 Hours Away
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After beating Scotland 3-1 in the final match of the group stage, Croatia’s team spirit appears to be at its best since 2018. The Vatreni will be hoping to continue their convincing offensive form against Spain; another European powerhouse struggling to find consistency. Dejan Lovren will be missing the Round of 16 match due a yellow card accumulation, and will likely be … [Read more...] about Croatia vs. Spain: 24 Hours Away
Croatia Vs. Czech Republic Recap, What To Expect vs. Scotland
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What seems like a horrific opening to the 2020 EURO for the Vatreni might just turn out to be exactly what Croatia needed. It is evident that the squad is going through a major rebuilding stage at the moment, but Croatia are one win away from an almost guaranteed spot in the Round of 16. After drawing Czech Republic 1-1 on Friday, the Vatreni face Scotland on Tuesday in a MUST … [Read more...] about Croatia Vs. Czech Republic Recap, What To Expect vs. Scotland
Croatia-Armenia Recap: CroatiaU14 vs. Markus
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Markus: Sigh. Another disgraceful result. It’s embarrassing that we scheduled this friendly to use it as an “easy win to gain confidence” but then we went out and put on this display. Let’s hope this is similar to that Peru defeat and Brazil spanking, after which we dominated the 2018 World Cup. However, I think this is different. Armenia, Slovenia, Cyprus and Azerbaijan … [Read more...] about Croatia-Armenia Recap: CroatiaU14 vs. Markus
Mladi Vatreni Bounced From EURO After Extra Time With Spain
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Despite a magnificent performance from Luka Ivanušec, Joško Gvardiol, and Domagoj Bradarić, the Mladi Vatreni fell short to Spain’s under-21 side 2-1 in the Under-21 Euro quarterfinal round. Stipe Biuk drew a penalty in the dying minutes of regulation that Luka Ivanušec converted to send the match into extra time. In the 110th minute of the game, Spain’s Javier Puado scored … [Read more...] about Mladi Vatreni Bounced From EURO After Extra Time With Spain
Ivan Šaranić: Druga Liga’s New Star
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After scoring 80 goals in 85 matches for Dinamo Zagreb’s youth teams, Ivan Šaranić has deservedly began his professional career with Dinamo’s second team in the Druga Liga. In his first six professional games, the 17 year-old has scored three goals and provided an assist - carrying his squad out of the league’s relegation zone. This past Saturday, Šaranić scored a brace against … [Read more...] about Ivan Šaranić: Druga Liga’s New Star
Gorica Fall To Dinamo In Cup Semi As Špikić Shines With Goal
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Three extra time goals against, a red card, and a semifinal defeat; left Gorica’s spirits low as they exited the field earlier today in Zagreb. Dinamo Zagreb managed to pull off an entertaining comeback against an over performing Gorica side, winning the Croatian Cup semifinal match 4-1. Thanks to long-range rockets from Kristijan Jakić and Josip Mišić and … [Read more...] about Gorica Fall To Dinamo In Cup Semi As Špikić Shines With Goal
Ivan Šaranić: The Next Big Winger Croatia Needs
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In recent years, the Vatreni have struggled to find a true skilled player to put the flank - Brekalo and Oršić both have the potential - but let’s face it, they’ll never be world class. Ivan Šaranić, a 17 year-old winger and attacking midfielder from Dinamo Zagreb might just be the cure to the problem. With an extremely impressive resumé of 80 … [Read more...] about Ivan Šaranić: The Next Big Winger Croatia Needs
Zlatko Dalić: The End Of An Era
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Written by Markus Let’s admit it - we all have a sweet spot for Zlatko Dalić thanks to Croatia's 2018 fairytale run. But fairytales always end, and i's time to start a new book...and a new book means new characters. Dalić’s first game leading the checkers was a crucial one, and he delivered. A Kramarić brace against Ukrainian sent … [Read more...] about Zlatko Dalić: The End Of An Era
