On Wednesday, Real Madrid lost 1-0 at home to Real Betis on an injury time goal. It was Madrid's first loss of the season but the third time in their past four La Liga matches where they dropped points. So what's the deal? And how will it affect Luka Modrić and Mateo Kovačić in the future? Teams have slumps. It's a normal part of sports; no matter how good … [Read more...] about What’s Up With Real Madrid?
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Persistence: The Ivan Rakitić Story
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(Thank you to CroatianSports.com member Idemo for posting this article) per·sist·ence (noun): firm or obstinate continuance in a course of action in spite of difficulty or opposition. A good friend of mine in Croatia once told me, "Money and good looks don't win over a woman, persistence does." Women like to be chased. They want to be wanted. Now, … [Read more...] about Persistence: The Ivan Rakitić Story
Bogut Joins Zubac In Los Angeles
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2005 #1 overall pick in the NBA draft Andrew Bogut will be joining Ivica Zubac and the Los Angeles Lakers on a 1-year contract for the 2017/18 season. Bogut was last seen playing for the Cleveland Cavaliers last season, being traded in a playoff push, but only lasted 58 seconds before breaking his leg in his debut. Bogut is an Australian-born Croatian raised in … [Read more...] about Bogut Joins Zubac In Los Angeles
Croatians Around Europe *IV*
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Nikola Kalinić got on the board for the first time for new club AC Milan; scoring twice in a 2-1 win over Udinese Sunday. Both goals were essentially tap-ins in front of the Udinese net but it's good to see Kalinić getting the start and breaking the ice in Milan. His 22nd and 31st minute goals was enough for the win as AC Milan remain in the thick of things early in the season; … [Read more...] about Croatians Around Europe *IV*
Kovačić Out, Subašić Questionable For October Qualifiers
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From bad to worse. With an essential "must win" game against Finland in Osijek on October 6th and potential group decider versus Ukraine in Kiev three days later, Croatia will be without one (maybe even two) of its starters for these key World Cup qualifiers. Real Madrid midfielder Mateo Kovačić is likely out 6-8 weeks with a partial abductor tear he … [Read more...] about Kovačić Out, Subašić Questionable For October Qualifiers
Rijeka Fall 2-1 To AEK In Europa Opener
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Rijeka fell short of the Champions League group stage after their duel with Olympiakos, but were given a fortunate draw in Europa League. The Croatian champions were paired with AC Milan, AEK Athens and Rapid Wien in group stage. The top-2 clubs will make the Round of 32 knockout stage in February. And although AC Milan is primed to top the group, second place is … [Read more...] about Rijeka Fall 2-1 To AEK In Europa Opener
Champions League Day 1: Rakitić Scores, Kovačić Injured
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On the first night of Champions League, Barcelona easily dismissed last year's runners-up Juventus 3-0 at Camp Nou. Messi would score in the 45th minute with Ivan Rakitić picking up the trash in front of the net to beat an out of position Gigi Buffon in the 56th minute. Messi would add one more later in the second half. Barcelona are perfect to start the La Liga season and … [Read more...] about Champions League Day 1: Rakitić Scores, Kovačić Injured
Croatians Around Europe *III*
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After an awful game against Turkey, Inter Milan winger Ivan Perišić showed us all what he is capable of. In the 87th minute, Perišić could be seen waving to teammate Danilo d'Ambrosio in the box asking for a pass in the air. Perišić would receive his request, wind up and blast a left-footed volley into the top-left corner of the net from 17 yards out. The match would end 2-0 … [Read more...] about Croatians Around Europe *III*
Croatia Fall Apart In 2nd Half, Lose 101-78 To Russia
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In what was supposed to be a promising EuroBasket tournament for Croatia, quickly turned into a disaster Sunday night against Russia. Croatia did what was expected of them in the EuroBasket 2017 group stage behind team leaders Bojan Bogdanović and Dario Šarić. They finished 2nd in the group, going 4-1, with their only loss coming to perennial European giants … [Read more...] about Croatia Fall Apart In 2nd Half, Lose 101-78 To Russia
