Slaven Bilić has officially named his FIRST Croatia squad…and one thing is already clear: This team will have far more attacking options to choose from versus defenders. Bilić is going heavy up front, bringing in Beljo and Ivanović alongside Budimir, Musa and Matanović. But to make room, he’s going lighter at center back. Duje Ćaleta-Car is OUT, while Marin Pongračić … [Read more...] about Bilić Names 1st Croatia Squad For 2026 Nations League
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Top Contender Roberto Soldić Set To Debut At UFC 332
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The wait is finally over. After four years of rumors and negotiations, Croatia's top MMA talent Roberto 'Robocop' Soldić has signed with the UFC. The 31-yeard old fighter with a record of 21-4 touts an impressive record as a double champ at 170 and 185 lbs within the regional powerhouse promotion, KSW and later had a decent stint with ONE FC. Notably, Soldić knocked out former … [Read more...] about Top Contender Roberto Soldić Set To Debut At UFC 332
Croatians Around Europe 3: Baturina From 26 Out! Vušković Scores Goal #1 For Brighton! Musa Tied With Messi For MLS Lead After Brace!
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Martin Baturina's stock keeps on climbing! The 23 year-old Como midfielder scored a beauty from 26 yards out rifling a low ball just inside the far post. The kid is booming with confidence after scoring against England at the World Cup. He now has Serie A goals in back to back games as Como came from behind to defeat Genoa 4-1 Friday night. Luka Vušković (above) was … [Read more...] about Croatians Around Europe 3: Baturina From 26 Out! Vušković Scores Goal #1 For Brighton! Musa Tied With Messi For MLS Lead After Brace!
HNL Week 5: A Draw for Dinamo, Big Signings for Hajduk and Dinamo
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The 5th round of the SuperSport HNL happened last weekend and on Monday, but this week I'll focus slightly less on the games, as they were pretty straightforward, apart from Istra - Dinamo, which drew 2-2. I'll quickly go over the matches and then get into the transfer business of the Croatian clubs, with special focus on Hajduk and Dinamo, who are working hard to improve their … [Read more...] about HNL Week 5: A Draw for Dinamo, Big Signings for Hajduk and Dinamo
Filip Hrgović Is The New IBF Heavyweight World Champion!
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Filip Hrgović has pulled off a massive comeback to make Croatian boxing history. The heavyweight defeated highly rated and previously undefeated British prospect Moses Itauma via ninth-round TKO at London’s O2 Arena, becoming Croatia’s first ever heavyweight world champion and capturing the vacant IBF heavyweight world title. It was an incredible turnaround. Itauma’s … [Read more...] about Filip Hrgović Is The New IBF Heavyweight World Champion!
Croatians Around Europe 2: Gvardiol Assists In City Win, Baturina G/A For Como, Matanović MOTM With Goal In Freiburg Win
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Luka Modrić got his first Serie A start of the season Friday night in a 2-0 AC Milan victory over Venezia. Modrić played 74 minutes and was given a poor 5.5 rating from SempreMilan. " I would assume he’s still not back in prime physical condition, so that can maybe be used as an excuse, but he looked a little bit rusty if I’m completely honest. There were some poor … [Read more...] about Croatians Around Europe 2: Gvardiol Assists In City Win, Baturina G/A For Como, Matanović MOTM With Goal In Freiburg Win
Dinamo & Hajduk European Opponents Revealed
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The draws for the UEFA Europa League and the UEFA Conference League have been completed. Dinamo Zagreb's UEL opponents: Pot 1 - Bayer Leverkusen (H), AZ Alkmaar (A) | Pot 2 - Anderlecht (H), Stade Rennais (A) | Pot 3 - Sturm Graz (H), Sunderland (A) | Pot 4 - NEC Nijmegen (H), Hapoel Be'er Sheva (A) Tough draw for the reigning champions. The ONLY games where they can … [Read more...] about Dinamo & Hajduk European Opponents Revealed
Hajduk Split Is Back In Europe!
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Hajduk Split beat Raków Częstochowa 3-2 away in the 2nd leg of the UEFA Conference League play-off round. Ron Raci opened the scoring in the very first minute of the match. But typically, Hajduk wasn't able to hold on to or double that lead despite having some good looks on goal. Diaby scored the equaliser from the penalty spot in the 61st minute. Hajduk would again take the … [Read more...] about Hajduk Split Is Back In Europe!
Hajduk’s Biggest Game In Years
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Sixteen years. That's how long Split has waited for a proper European night, the kind where the group stage is on the line rather than just another summer qualifier that ends in a whimper before 'Velika Gospa'. Hajduk Split is currently preparing for the 2nd leg vs. Rakow Czestochowa in the UEFA Conference League Play-off, which could see Hajduk enter the proper phase of a … [Read more...] about Hajduk’s Biggest Game In Years
