The first international break is upon us and Croatia's new kits have been unveiled. So what's next? Here's what you need to know about the two international friendlies that are taking place this week for the Vatreni: -Croatia will now face Tunisia in Cairo, Egypt March 23rd instead of the 22nd (per HNS Twitter) -the 4-team 'Friendly Tournament' between Croatia, Tunisia, … [Read more...] about Croatia vs. Tunisia Friendly Moved To March 23rd In Cairo
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OFFICIAL: Croatia’s Euro 2024 Kits Unveiled!
By 18 CommentsPer ESPN, Nike unveiled every 2024 kit they would be producing for national teams this year; which includes Croatia. The rumors were true, the home kit will be comprised of the largest red-and-white checkers Croatia have ever taken to the pitch. The away kits emulate 2018 with a dark blue/light blue "wave" across the entire shirt. I'm not a fan of the red-and-white … [Read more...] about OFFICIAL: Croatia’s Euro 2024 Kits Unveiled!
HNL Week 27: Hajduk Slip Up While Rijeka Extends Their Cushion In First Place
By 18 CommentsHajduk vs Lokomotiva (1-2) Hajduk drop a crucial three points in the title race to an inform Lokomotiva side that has been climbing the HNL table. An early red card against Dino Mikanović saw Hajduk play most of the match a man down. Robert Mudražija would end up being the hero for Lokomotiva, scoring two goals and leading his team to a 2-1 win over Hajduk. This gave the … [Read more...] about HNL Week 27: Hajduk Slip Up While Rijeka Extends Their Cushion In First Place
Croatians Around Europe 26: Budimir Scores #15, Vlašić MOTM w/ Goal vs. Udinese
By 29 CommentsHeading into the international break, Ante Budimir scored his 15th La Liga goal of the season Saturday afternoon in a 4-2 Osasuna loss to Luka Modrić and Real Madrid. In the 7th minute of play, Budimir cleaned up a second pass across the box following a corner to equalize the match. He now only trails Real Madrid's Jude Bellingham (16) for the La Liga scoring title. Does … [Read more...] about Croatians Around Europe 26: Budimir Scores #15, Vlašić MOTM w/ Goal vs. Udinese
Dinamo Blow 2-Goal 1st Leg Lead, Lose 5-1 In Greece To End European Season
By 48 CommentsAbsolute disaster for Dinamo. They took a 2-goal lead into their 2nd leg match against PAOK Thursday night in Greece, in the Conference League Round of 16. And instead of having their name in the hat for the quarterfinal draw Friday evening, their European season is now over. Dinamo did it to themselves and could not contain a PAOK team that came to play in the 1st half. … [Read more...] about Dinamo Blow 2-Goal 1st Leg Lead, Lose 5-1 In Greece To End European Season
Euro 2024 Kits To Be Unveiled March 18th, Rumored Home Kit Looks Atrocious
By 29 CommentsThe HNS revealed today that Croatia's Euro 2024 kits will be unveiled Monday, March 18th in Zagreb. There have been absolutely "ZERO" leaked kit renderings this year when normally there are at least one or two. The only thing circulating at the moment are the kits above. But take this one with a grain of salt at 10%. However, if these do in fact become Croatia's … [Read more...] about Euro 2024 Kits To Be Unveiled March 18th, Rumored Home Kit Looks Atrocious
Episode 13: Budimir Or Bust
By 42 CommentsAPPLE PODCAST LINK Ante, Pete Novaković and Ante Zorić talk about Ante Budimir starting for Croatia at Euro 2024, where the Vatreni will finish at the tournament and who the Croatian Prva Liga champion will be in 2024. … [Read more...] about Episode 13: Budimir Or Bust
Croatians Around Europe 25: Modrić MOTM In 4-0 Real Madrid Victory, Receives Record 9.7 SofaScore Rating
By 43 CommentsModrić the Magician strikes again! Modrić played 83 minutes in a 4-0 Real Madrid victory over Celta Vigo Sunday. Although his name did not make the scoresheet, Modrić received an astounding 9.7 Sofascore rating and won 'Man of the Match honors. This is the first time in Sofascore's history that an outfield player who did not record a goal or assist in a match, received a 9.5+ … [Read more...] about Croatians Around Europe 25: Modrić MOTM In 4-0 Real Madrid Victory, Receives Record 9.7 SofaScore Rating
HNL Week 26: Rijeka Stay On Top As Hajduk Keep Pace
By 12 CommentsRijeka 3-0 Osijek Rijeka held their spot at the top by making quick work out of Osijek on Sunday in a statement match that ended 3-0. Veldin Hodža was crucial for Rijeka on the night grabbing himself a hattrick, bringing his goal tally up to five this season. It is no surprise with performances like that to understand why he is a real prospect for Croatia and has gotten the … [Read more...] about HNL Week 26: Rijeka Stay On Top As Hajduk Keep Pace