One of the wildest seasons in HNL history just got even more hectic. Amid a tight race at the top of the table, 25-year-old Josip Brekalo has agreed to join Hajduk Split for the remainder of the 2023-24 season on loan from Fiorentina in Serie A. The speedy winger was present at Hajduk's previous match at Poljud, alongside fellow signee Ivan Perišić. Brekalo's move to Hajduk … [Read more...] about Josip Brekalo Officially Joins Hajduk Split, HNL Table Becomes Even More Intense
Croatia Fall 34-32 To France, Face Tough Road To Euro Handball Semifinals
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Following a 31-25 victory over Romania on Tuesday, the Croatian handball team fell 34-32 against France in "Main Round" action at the European Championship. Croatia now sit in fifth place in Group I of the Main Round, two points out of a spot in the semifinals. In order to reach the semis, Croatia must win out and hope that Austria loses (or tie, depending on goal … [Read more...] about Croatia Fall 34-32 To France, Face Tough Road To Euro Handball Semifinals
Matija Frigan Follows Dinamo On Instagram Amid Transfer Rumors
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Dinamo Zagreb are looking to add another star to their struggling roster before the transfer window closes. Westerlo's Matija Frigan might just be the man for the job. Following his departure from Rijeka this summer, the 20-year-old attacker has scored four goals in 15 appearances for the Belgian side and is highly anticipated to make a move this winter. Frigan found the … [Read more...] about Matija Frigan Follows Dinamo On Instagram Amid Transfer Rumors
Modrić Assists Again, Real Beats Atletico 5-3 in Super Cup Semifinals
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Luka Modrić might as well play for Real Madrid until he is 50. The 38-year-old midfield star recorded another assist for Los Blancos on Wednesday, this time against Atletico Madrid in the Spanish Super Cup semifinals. Real Madrid went on to win the match 5-3 in extra time, and will face either Barcelona or Ante Budimir's Osasuna in the final on January 14th. Down 1-0 in … [Read more...] about Modrić Assists Again, Real Beats Atletico 5-3 in Super Cup Semifinals
Dinamo Defeat Sparta 3-1 In Ivanušec Farewell Match, Rijeka Fall 2-1 To Lille
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In Luka Ivanušec's last match in a Dinamo Zagreb shirt, the Modri came back from a 1-0 deficit against Czech champions, Sparta Prague, to rattle off three unanswered goals in a 3-1 1st leg victory. Goals from Špikić, Perić and the man of the hour, Ivanušec, will give Dinamo a comfortable lead going into the 2nd leg next week. They are now 90 minutes away from the Europa League … [Read more...] about Dinamo Defeat Sparta 3-1 In Ivanušec Farewell Match, Rijeka Fall 2-1 To Lille
Preseason Youth Power Rankings
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It's that time of the year again! The 2023-24 football season is kicking off, and we can't think of a better way to start it than to rank Croatia's top-10 youngsters ahead of their campaigns. Here's how our grading scale works: The most important factor is potential, followed by current skill level, age, national team contributions, and lastly, level of competition. These … [Read more...] about Preseason Youth Power Rankings
OFFICIAL: Joško Gvardiol Joins Manchester City!
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HERE. WE. GO! 21-year-old defender Joško Gvardiol has officially joined European champions Manchester City! After months of speculation, the center-back has agreed to terms with the English side, leaving Bundesliga competitors Red Bull Leipzig. Although the official fee has not been announced, it is highly likely that this is the most expensive defensive transfer fee of … [Read more...] about OFFICIAL: Joško Gvardiol Joins Manchester City!
Perišić To Poljud – Is This Really Happening??
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Written By: Andrew R. After joining Premier League side Tottenham Hotspur only a year ago, Vatreni legend Ivan Perišić might already be headed out the door - and on his way to Hajduk Split! According to Gianluca DiMarzio, an international reporter for Sky Sports, Perišić is close to terminating his contract with his current club and joining the Croatian runner-ups. … [Read more...] about Perišić To Poljud – Is This Really Happening??
June HNL Transfer Recap: A Busy, Busy Month
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Written By: Andrew R. With the start of the 23/24 HNL season around the corner, clubs across the league have actively been signing new players for their upcoming campaigns. Today, we will go through all the moves made so far in June by each club, examining each club's approach to a dogfight of a season in Croatia. Dinamo Zagreb After winning their 24th league … [Read more...] about June HNL Transfer Recap: A Busy, Busy Month
