Josip Stanišić is now the final Croatian remaining in the Champions League and the only hope for one of our players to lift the trophy. After Manchester City were eliminated by Real Madrid, both Mateo Kovačić and Joško Gvardiol were knocked out, with neither involved due to injury. If they were fully fit, things could have looked different. Now, all eyes turn to Stanišić. … [Read more...] about Stanišić: Croatia’s Only Hope For A Champions League Title
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Dalić Names Croatia Squad For March USA Friendlies
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Zlatko Dalić has announced the Croatia squad that will travel to Orlando for friendlies against Colombia and Brazil at the end of the month. There are only a few changes from the previous international window. Franjo Ivanović has been left out of the squad after a difficult run of form and limited minutes with Benfica. Meanwhile, Mateo Kovačić and Joško Gvardiol will remain … [Read more...] about Dalić Names Croatia Squad For March USA Friendlies
Croatia Drawn Into Nations League “Group of Death”
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Croatia have been drawn against Spain, England, and Czechia in the September–November 2026 window of the UEFA Nations League. It is, without question, one of the toughest groups the competition has ever produced. With only the top two nations advancing directly to the quarterfinals, every match will carry knockout-level intensity. There has never been a clearer “Group of … [Read more...] about Croatia Drawn Into Nations League “Group of Death”
Winter Window Watch: Croatian Transfers
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A busy winter window for Croatian players, with both established names and young talents making moves across Europe. Several took important steps forward this window. • Adriano Jagušić: Slaven Belupo → Panathinaikos (€5.2m + €800k add-ons, 20% sell-on)• Branimir Mlačić: Hajduk Split → Udinese (€4.5m)• Franko Kovačević: Celje → Ferencvárosi (€3m)• Dominik Livaković: … [Read more...] about Winter Window Watch: Croatian Transfers
Brando “Balkan Bear” Peričić Set For UFC Fight #2 In London!
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Brando “The Balkan Bear” Peričić has his second UFC fight officially announced. He will take on English-Scottish Louie Sutherland (10–4). The fight will take place in London on March 21 at UFC Fight Night: Evloev vs. Murphy. Brando is coming off a dream debut, knocking his opponent out 1 minute 55 seconds of the very first round. He’s now looking for his second win in the … [Read more...] about Brando “Balkan Bear” Peričić Set For UFC Fight #2 In London!
Croatia Defeat Slovenia 29–25 In Euro 2026 Penultimate Group Stage Match!
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Croatia picked up a massive 29–25 win over Slovenia in a penultimate group stage match at the 2026 European Handball Championship, keeping their semifinal hopes firmly alive. The victory puts Croatia in a strong position, with a win over Hungary on January 29 set to officially secure a place in the Euro semifinals. Tin Lučin led the way offensively with 7 goals, while … [Read more...] about Croatia Defeat Slovenia 29–25 In Euro 2026 Penultimate Group Stage Match!
Croatia Pull Off Huge 28–24 Win Over Switzerland!
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Croatia pulled off a huge 28–24 win over Switzerland in the Main Round of Euro 2026. Next up: Slovenia on Tuesday, January 27. If Croatia can beat Slovenia, they could be in a three-way tie with Iceland and Sweden for the two semifinal spots. All still to play for. … [Read more...] about Croatia Pull Off Huge 28–24 Win Over Switzerland!
Croatians In Form: Baturina, Matanović & Beljo
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A strong run of form for several Croatian attackers across Europe, with Martin Baturina, Igor Matanović, and Dion Drena Beljo all producing lately. Baturina has found form for Como, recording 2 goals and 2 assists in his last 3 matches, showing more confidence and sharper decision-making in the final third. At Freiburg, Matanović is picking up momentum with more minutes, … [Read more...] about Croatians In Form: Baturina, Matanović & Beljo
Croatia Fall 33–25 To Sweden In Malmö, Main Round Next
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Croatia fell 33–25 to Sweden in Malmö in their final preliminary group match of the 2026 European Handball Championship. With the preliminary round now complete, Croatia will move into the Main Round, where they are set to face Iceland, Switzerland, Slovenia, and Hungary. Only the top two nations from the group will earn a place in the semifinals, meaning every match will … [Read more...] about Croatia Fall 33–25 To Sweden In Malmö, Main Round Next
