In what could be Ivan Rakitić's last full month in Barcelona - because he is 100% leaving by the summer - I'd like to take this time to reflect on one of the most overshadowed and underrated European football players of the past year and a half. Sure, we (Croatians) know who Rakitić is and exactly what he can do on the pitch. But even Raketa was overshadowed at the … [Read more...] about Rakitić Drowning In Barcelona: He Deserved Better
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HNL Week 17
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Questions are abound after an absolute thumping of Hajduk Split by Rijeka on Sunday evening, but no one knows where to put the blame. Rijeka waltzed into Poljud on Sunday and handed Hajduk an eviction notice by way of a 4-0 beat down that left the nearly 14,000 in attendance shocked and angry. The loss was also the first loss Hajduk has suffered at Poljud since July … [Read more...] about HNL Week 17
Croatians Around Europe *XIII*
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Mario Pašalić was supposed to be Croatia's next big midfielder in 2014 when Hajduk Split sold him to Chelsea for £3 million. But it never happened. As Chelsea does to many of their smaller signings, Pašalić was loaned out immediately and never got a chance to put on a Chelsea shirt. At only 24 years-old, Pašalić has already been a 'journey man' in Europe. He has … [Read more...] about Croatians Around Europe *XIII*
EURO 2020 Set! Croatia Get England & Czech Republic, Maybe Serbia
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Croatia's group stage path at next summer's Euro 2020 tournament is now set. The Vatreni will open up their campaign against England in London on June 14th. Croatia then travel north to Glasgow, Scotland to face the Czech Republic on June 14th before their Group D finale takes place against Playoff C winner June 23rd. The playoff winner will be determined in March … [Read more...] about EURO 2020 Set! Croatia Get England & Czech Republic, Maybe Serbia
Kovačić Scores 1st Chelsea Goal, Lovren Equalizes For Liverpool
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Mateo Kovačić is finally on the board at Chelsea! In Chelsea's Champions League match against Spanish club Valencia Wednesday night, Kovačić leveled the score at 1-1 in the 41st minute with a wonderful low, right-footed strike from 20 yards out. The match would end 2-2. Kovačić has been masterful in the Chelsea midfield the season - and although he rattles … [Read more...] about Kovačić Scores 1st Chelsea Goal, Lovren Equalizes For Liverpool
Atalanta Down Dinamo 2-0, Europa Season Now In Question
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It wasn't meant to be as Dinamo were outplayed by Italian side Atalanta Tuesday night in Champions League in a 2-0 loss. Sloppy defending and lack of discipline will cost Dinamo priceless points as they will now have to fight on the last day of the CL group stage to merely finish third and play in Europa League after the new year. They will host Manchester City next … [Read more...] about Atalanta Down Dinamo 2-0, Europa Season Now In Question
HNL Week 16
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The Eternal Derby never disappoints and Hajduk Split should be satisfied keeping Dinamo Zagreb at bay. The two rivals squared off at Maksimir Stadium Friday evening in a heavily contested match that left both teams with a single point to take home. Dinamo, who are knocking on the door of the Champions League knockout phase, are also leading in the … [Read more...] about HNL Week 16
Croatians Around Europe *XII*
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What a week around Europe it was for the Croatian contingent! Although he's not a household name in Croatian fan circles quite yet, you must remember the name Nikola Vlašić! You've probably seen his highlights in U-21 matches, but he's already making his way up in Zlatko Dalić's plans. The thing about Vlašić you have to love- he's not afraid to attack and he's not … [Read more...] about Croatians Around Europe *XII*
An End Of An Era
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I was surfing the web earlier today when I came across this CroatiaWeek article. And you know what happened next? I got bummed. I got nostalgic. Then I got bummed again. CroatiaWeek.com is right. We will never see the Vatreni wear this kit again. A kit that that will be remembered for generations - not only in Croatian sports history - but … [Read more...] about An End Of An Era
