Former Croatia center-back Josip 'Joe' Šimunić is currently on an 7-city North American tour promoting and premiering a documentary film called "Moja Voljena Hrvatska" about his life leading up to his moment of infamy, which got him suspended from the World Cup in Brazil and ended his international soccer career. Šimunić will finish his tour this weekend … [Read more...] about Šimunić: Moja Voljena Hrvatska
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Arrivederci Inter, Ciao Madrid – Kovacic Traded
By 34 CommentsLate Sunday night, Inter agreed to sell Mateo Kovacic to Real Madrid for €35m. Liverpool had been waiting in the wings to snatch up the youngster, but they were not prepared to pay such a large fee. Robert Mancini confirmed week long suspicions when he came out Sunday and said: "We are all disappointed about Kovacic's departure. What can we do? There are rules we must … [Read more...] about Arrivederci Inter, Ciao Madrid – Kovacic Traded
The Rise (And Fall) Of Slaven Bilić
By 14 CommentsOn July 21st, I ventured out to Pasadena, California (well out of San Pedro range) to catch the friendly match between Barcelona and L.A. Galaxy at the Rose Bowl. I was looking to speak with both Ivan Rakitić and Alen Halilović (Croatian national team players) on the upcoming season. Unfortunately, they declined to give any type of formal interview. However, during … [Read more...] about The Rise (And Fall) Of Slaven Bilić
Bogut Talks Lack Of Playing Time In NBA Finals
By 52 CommentsThe Golden State Warriors are one win away from their first NBA title in 40 years. And they're going to get the job done without their 7'0" center Andrew Bogut. Bogut did not play a single minute in Game 5's 104-91 victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers, after only earning four minutes of playing time in Game 4. Andrew has been professional about his lack of playing … [Read more...] about Bogut Talks Lack Of Playing Time In NBA Finals
Checkered Man Unveiled/More Croatians at Game 5
By 12 CommentsCroatianSports.com caught up with NBA Finals Game 2 Croatian checkered man behind the bench. His name is Šime Grizelj. Parents from Herzegovina and Dugi Otok. From the Bay Area. He's a huge Croatia fan and obviously a supporter of the Warriors. Why did he wear the checkers? Quite simple. He wanted to be seen. And guess what? It … [Read more...] about Checkered Man Unveiled/More Croatians at Game 5
Miocic Returns From Croatia, Off to Australia
By 6 CommentsUFC Heavyweight Stipe Miocic returned from Croatia last week after helping CroCop train for his fight against Gabriel Gonzaga in Poland on April 11th. CroCop defeated the Brazilian in the 3rd Round by TKO. CroatianSports.com's own Croatian Crippler caught up with Miocic on his return home via Skype interview to talk about his trip and time with CroCop in Zagreb. Miocic … [Read more...] about Miocic Returns From Croatia, Off to Australia
Meet Borna Ćorić: The Next Big Thing In Croatian Tennis
By 9 CommentsBorna Ćorić is an 18 year-old kid from Zagreb. He plays tennis and he plays tennis well. So what's so special about him? He turned 18 only four months ago. Has already represented Croatia in Davis Cup play. And is ranked 60th in the world as of March 2015. After a 2nd Round straight set loss to Australian Bernard Tomic at the 2015 BNP … [Read more...] about Meet Borna Ćorić: The Next Big Thing In Croatian Tennis
Čilić Talks Injury, Return At BNP Paribas Open
By 2 CommentsCroatianSports.com spoke to 2014 U.S. Open champion Marin Čilić Saturday after his 2nd Round 4-6, 4-6 straight set loss to Argentinian Juan Monaco at the BNP Paribas Open. It was Čilić's first major match in 2015 after missing the Australian Open due to a right shoulder injury. When asked "why are you (Čilić) playing when you are not yet 100%?", the Croatian #1 … [Read more...] about Čilić Talks Injury, Return At BNP Paribas Open
Dear Zdravko Mamić,
By 43 CommentsPlease hire Diego Simeone as the head coach for the Croatian national team. Even though you probably won't read this, I'm hoping someone close to you passes on the message. W'eve already given up on asking you to leave, so let's just call it a draw. You do something that makes us happy for a year, and you line your big fat pockets with the money that floods in with the … [Read more...] about Dear Zdravko Mamić,