62': SUBS! Ivanović comes in for Budimir. Marco Pašalić comes in for Mario Pašalić. Finally! Please God score a goal to prove CroatianSports right! HT: 0-0 at halftime. Absolutely snooze fest. Czechia has been the better team and Croatia is letting them come into the attacking third. Perišić should have done much, much better with both shots in the box. Not sure if Budimir … [Read more...] about Croatia 0 Czechia 0 (60′) — World Cup Qualifier LIVE!
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The CroatianSports.com Recommended Starting XI For Dalić vs. Czechia
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Croatia Predicted XI Croatia travels to Prague on Thursday, October 9th, for what could be the defining match of their 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign. Kicking off at 2:45 PM EST, the clash against Czechia isn’t just another group-stage fixture — it’s the deciding battle for direct qualification. Both sides know what’s at stake, and both enter the … [Read more...] about The CroatianSports.com Recommended Starting XI For Dalić vs. Czechia
Czechia Will Be Croatia’s Toughest WC Qualifier, What To Do With Livaković???
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Croatia face Czechia Thursday night in their toughest World Cup qualifier on the schedule. A win is ideal in Prague but a draw isn't the end of the world either as the Vatreni have a game in hand. Who is under the microscope? Dominik Livaković. He hasn’t played for club or country in over a month! Does Dalić dare start Kotarski? … [Read more...] about Czechia Will Be Croatia’s Toughest WC Qualifier, What To Do With Livaković???
EXCLUSIVE: Brando “The Balkan Bear” Peričić Interview
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CroatianSports.com interview with Brando “The Balkan Bear” Peričić, who is coming off his UFC debut 1st Round KO win vs. Elisha Ellison in Perth Australia. Peričić talks about: -fighting in Split at Poljud -origin of Balkan Bear name -CroCop being one of his inspirations -"Walk Without Fear" trust initiative (walkwithoutfeartrust.org) … [Read more...] about EXCLUSIVE: Brando “The Balkan Bear” Peričić Interview
Croatians Around Europe 7: Gvardiol, Modrić MOTM This Week, What Is The Deal With Livaković???
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Joško Gvardiol assisted on the lone goal of the game and was voted MOTM in Manchester City's 1-0 win over Brentford Sunday. Gvardiol sent a long 40-yard lob into the box for Haaland to fight for before finding the back of the net. With the win and a Liverpool loss, City now trail new Premier League leaders Arsenal by only three points. Gvardiol received an 8.1 FOTMOB rating. … [Read more...] about Croatians Around Europe 7: Gvardiol, Modrić MOTM This Week, What Is The Deal With Livaković???
Brazilian-Born Belinho Chooses Croatia!
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Dinamo Zagreb’s 16-year-old rising star Rafael Belinho officially picks Croatia and turns down Brazil, as reported by Index.hr. The Dinamo Zagreb U19 winger and attacking midfielder has been recognized as a big talent since moving to Croatia in 2021. His agent, Andy Bara, said two years ago, “They called us from the Brazilian Football Federation, but the boy wants to play … [Read more...] about Brazilian-Born Belinho Chooses Croatia!
Dinamo Zagreb Top Of Europa League Table After 3-1 Win Over Maccabi Tel Aviv!
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Dinamo are off to a perfect start in Europa League this campaign after locking up their second straight 3-1 victory Thursday night; this time vs. Maccabi Tel Aviv. Dinamo currently sit atop the League Phase table with six matches remaining. Still a long way to go but their next match vs. Swedish side Malmo on October 23rd could start separating them from the pack as Malmo have … [Read more...] about Dinamo Zagreb Top Of Europa League Table After 3-1 Win Over Maccabi Tel Aviv!
Pašalić Heads Home Winner In Champions League, Oršić With Another Wunder-gol vs. Bayern!
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Mario Pašalić gave Atalanta a bright moment in their UEFA Champions League campaign, heading home the winner in the 87th minute to secure a 2-1 victory over Club Brugge. The goal was a perfect bounce-back for Atalanta after losing their first match in the competition, giving the team a much-needed boost in the Champions League standings. Pašalić also took home the man of the … [Read more...] about Pašalić Heads Home Winner In Champions League, Oršić With Another Wunder-gol vs. Bayern!
The Balkan Bear Has Arrived! Brando Peričić Wins UFC Debut With 1st Round Knockout!
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Australian-Croatian heavyweight Brando Peričić made an explosive entrance to the UFC, knocking out Elisha Ellison just 1 minute and 55 seconds into the 1st round of their heavyweight bout. Peričić showcased his power and composure, finishing the fight with clean ground-and-pound strikes. Peričić moved to New Zealand to train full time at City Kickboxing, one of the most … [Read more...] about The Balkan Bear Has Arrived! Brando Peričić Wins UFC Debut With 1st Round Knockout!
