After a few days of speculation, it's official: Dinamo Zagreb's utility specialist Bartol Franjić is joining Niko Kovač and Wolfsburg in the Bundesliga! Franjić, 22 years of age, can play every position in the defensive and middle third, excelling at each spot. He was a key piece to Dinamo's European success in the 2020-21 season, and played 81 minutes in the club's … [Read more...] about Transfer Talk: Franjić Joins Kovač At Wolfsburg, Atletico Madrid Want Juranović
Luka Vušković: The World’s Best 15 Year-Old Footballer
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The world's most outstanding 15 year-old footballer is none other than Croatia's own, Luka Vušković. Despite being born in 2007, Vušković has already proven to be the brightest star in Hajduk Split's academy. The young center-back dominates the pitch defensively with his extreme size (195 cm, 6'4), unreal athleticism, and incredible anticipation. Believe it or not, he is … [Read more...] about Luka Vušković: The World’s Best 15 Year-Old Footballer
What We’ve Learned Through 3 Nations League Matches From The New Guys
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Croatia's 2022-23 Nations League group stage campaign is now halfway done. The Vatreni currently sit third place in Group A after splitting their first three matches equally between the win, loss, and draw columns. As the tournament progresses, the squad continues to look better and better each match, and most recently escaped Copenhagen with all three points against a strong … [Read more...] about What We’ve Learned Through 3 Nations League Matches From The New Guys
Croatia Beats Denmark 1-0 As Pašalić Nutmegs Schmeichel
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At last, victory! Thanks to a 2nd half nutmeg goal from Mario Pašalić, Croatia escape Denmark with all three points in the UEFA Nations League. Due to France's 1-1 draw with Austria, the Vatreni now sit 3rd place in Group A of the competition. Croatia started the match slow, fielding their C-team against a very strong Denmark side. After a goalless first half, momentum … [Read more...] about Croatia Beats Denmark 1-0 As Pašalić Nutmegs Schmeichel
Why The 3-0 Loss To Austria Doesn’t Matter
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Lots can be said about today's embarrassing defeat to Austria in the Nations League. Regardless of the situation, 3-0 is never a desirable score to lose by. However, it's really not the end of the world - actually, it's hardly a problem at all if you examine the loss with a clear and open mind. Again and again, this Croatian side continues to prove that they don't give a … [Read more...] about Why The 3-0 Loss To Austria Doesn’t Matter
THE STREAK CONTINUES – Croatian Lifts UCL Trophy For 10th Straight Year As Real Madrid Defeat Liverpool 1-0
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CROATIAN DOMINANCE IN THE CHAMPIONS LEAGUE IS STILL ALIVE! Luka Modrić and Real Madrid are the 2022 Champions League winners! Los Blancos defeated Liverpool 1-0 to lift their 14th UCL cup, and the fifth for 36 year-old Luka Modrić. A Croatian has now won the Champions League in each of the last 10 seasons - pure dominance. Modrić now has more Champions League titles than … [Read more...] about THE STREAK CONTINUES – Croatian Lifts UCL Trophy For 10th Straight Year As Real Madrid Defeat Liverpool 1-0
Hajduk Beats Rijeka 3-1 To Win Croatian Cup
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Silverware is back in Split for the first time since 2013! A magnificent two-goal performance by former Croatia international Dario Melnjak has led Hajduk to their seventh Croatian Cup title. The atmosphere at Stadion Poljud was electric as the Bili defeated Rijeka 3-1 in the domestic tournament's grand finale. Hajduk supporters rushed the pitch following the final whistle, … [Read more...] about Hajduk Beats Rijeka 3-1 To Win Croatian Cup
Legendary Decade Of Croatian + Modrić Football To Continue Saturday In CL Final
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A Croatian has lifted the Champions League trophy each season for the last 9 years, and 36 year-old Luka Modrić has the opportunity to extend that streak to 10 on Saturday as Real Madrid face Liverpool in the grand finale in Paris. Modrić will also be looking to win his fifth Champions League title, passing Xavi and Iniesta's totals of four. Modrić has done it all this … [Read more...] about Legendary Decade Of Croatian + Modrić Football To Continue Saturday In CL Final
Dalić Releases Squad For June Nations League Matches
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The boys are almost back in action! Manager Zlatko Dalić has officially released his 29-man roster for the Vatreni's upcoming Nations League matches in June. Croatia will begin their UNL campaign against Austria on June 3rd. As expected, the roster contains some fresh, young faces. Petar Musa, Martin Erlić, Josip Šutalo, and Nediljko Labrović have all been presented an … [Read more...] about Dalić Releases Squad For June Nations League Matches