Kovačić has improved drastically over the course of the past few months, and today's display against Liverpool is yet another example of the midfielder's utter dominance over the Premier League. Kovačić is Chelsea's best midfielder (and player) this season, and he has earned himself the right to be in the conversation for top 3 midfielder's in the Premier League. Kovačić always … [Read more...] about Kovačić Blasts Potential Puskas Winning Goal In 2-2 Chelsea Draw vs. Liverpool
Rumor Mill: Real Madrid Express Interest In Gvardiol & Majer
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Joško Gvardiol ( 19 year old) is one of the few bright spots on a disappointing RB Leipzig squad this season. Lately, he’s been the best player on his team and arguably the best defender in the Bundesliga. Let’s take a look at his last three games: Leipzig vs. Borussia Monchengladbach: 1 goal1 blocked shot, 2 interceptions4/8 ground duels won63 accurate passes (88.7%)4/4 … [Read more...] about Rumor Mill: Real Madrid Express Interest In Gvardiol & Majer
Maro Katinić: Croatia’s Newest Defensive Gem
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Maro Katinić is possibly the most complete U17 Croatian defensive talent of all time. The young center-back is a better player than even Joško Gvardiol was at his age, and he’s the key player to Dinamo Zagreb II’s back line. Katinić is a versatile right-footed center-back who can cover at right-back due to his speed and technical capabilities, much like Gvardiol. He … [Read more...] about Maro Katinić: Croatia’s Newest Defensive Gem
Croatia Draws France, Denmark, Austria In Nations League
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The 2022-2023 UEFA Nations League will be the third time Croatia competes in the newly formed competition, in which we provided quite underwhelming results in previous years. June to September 2022 is the group stage phase, where we will be drawn into a group of four as we battle it out for the sole playoff spot. Although it may seem as though this is just some meaningless … [Read more...] about Croatia Draws France, Denmark, Austria In Nations League
Champions League Week 5: Grbić With Clean Sheet; Pašalić, Rakitić Assist
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New Croatia #1 goalkeeper, Ivo Grbić, and French side Lille were huge winners in Champions League Tuesday night with a 1-0 victory over Luka Sučić's RB Salzburg. Grbić stopped two shots on his way to a clean sheet, which now sees Lille (8 points) at the top of their Champions League group by one point, in front of Salzburg (7 points), Sevilla (6 points), and Wolfsburg (5 … [Read more...] about Champions League Week 5: Grbić With Clean Sheet; Pašalić, Rakitić Assist
Has Lovro Majer Earned His Spot Against The Russians?
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The recent injuries of Mateo Kovačić and Josip Brekalo have troubled the selection process for the upcoming two matches. Nikola Vlašić’s poor run of form has opened up the lineup even more, leaving a spot in midfield and the right-wing, open for the taking. One young star who has stepped into the limelight is Stade Rennais’ midfielder, Lovro Majer. Coming off a recent … [Read more...] about Has Lovro Majer Earned His Spot Against The Russians?
Why Does Nikola Vlašić Have A Larger Role In The National Team Than Lovro Majer?
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Due to star midfielder Mateo Kovačić’s recent injury, a spot has just been opened in Croatia’s midfield. The obvious replacements are Nikola Vlašić or Mario Pašalić in an attacking midfield role, with the likes of Josip Brekalo or Nikola Vlašić on the right side. I’d like to propose an alternative. His name is Lovro Majer. We’ve all heard his name and know him as a talented … [Read more...] about Why Does Nikola Vlašić Have A Larger Role In The National Team Than Lovro Majer?
HNL Week 13: Only 7 Goals Are Scored, Hajduk Are Held to a Frustrating Draw at Poljud, Osijek Skim by Dragovoljac
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HNL’s matchday 13 contests have been a bit of a snoozefest, unless you’re into great defensive displays. Every single team in the league had trouble finding the back of the net this week, however, they were all great at shutting down their opponents. A shout out to some of the goalkeepers this week is deserved as Ivan Čović, Marko Malenica, Zvonimir Šubarić, Dominik Kotarski, … [Read more...] about HNL Week 13: Only 7 Goals Are Scored, Hajduk Are Held to a Frustrating Draw at Poljud, Osijek Skim by Dragovoljac
Why Antonio Marin Deserves Your Attention
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The story of Antonio Marin’s supposed “downfall” is most unfortunate. However, he is still only 20 years old, and all hope is not lost. Lets dive deeper into why his career fell off the rails and what he’s doing right to get it back on track… Climbing up the ranks of the Dinamo Zagreb youth academies, Marin was always regarded as one of the most naturally talented youngsters … [Read more...] about Why Antonio Marin Deserves Your Attention
