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Hajduk, Osijek Come Through Big In Europa League

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Hajduk Split and NK Osijek both won Thursday night in Croatia to strengthen their Europa League bids. Hajduk took down Bulgarian club Nevski Sofia 1-0 behind a 24th minute penalty from Marko Futacs. The home win will put Hajduk as a favorite to move onto the next round. Osijek took care of business, defeating Swiss club Luzern 2-0 at home to all but book their berth … [Read more...] about Hajduk, Osijek Come Through Big In Europa League

Čilić Off To 1st Wimbledon Semifinal After Muller Win

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After losing the first set 6-3 to Gilles Muller, Čilić rallied back to force a second set tiebreak to enter the third set tied 1-1. Čilić took the third set easily but was broken late in the fourth to force a fifth and deciding set. It was all Marin in the fifth set as he broke Muller twice early to win 6-1. Čilić will now take on American Sam Querrey in the … [Read more...] about Čilić Off To 1st Wimbledon Semifinal After Muller Win

Rijeka Down TNS 2-0 In Champions League Debut

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In Rijeka's first ever Champions League match, they took care of business at home against Welsh club TNS. And it was all Rijeka from the beginning in the 2-0 win as Josip Mišić scored off a free kick in just the fourth minute of play. Rijeka held TNS to 33% ball possession without a single shot on frame and would ultimately put the game away in the 68th minute when Florentin … [Read more...] about Rijeka Down TNS 2-0 In Champions League Debut

Čilić Cruises Into Wimbledon Quarters, Croatian Women Fall

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Čilić is still cruising in London. The first week of Wimbledon has passed and all players have taken their traditional Sunday break before continuing 4th Round action Monday. The only man left in the draw is #7 ranked Marin Čilić, who has yet to drop a set this tournament. And he kept that streak going Monday in a 6-2, 6-2, 6-2 straight win over Spaniard Roberto … [Read more...] about Čilić Cruises Into Wimbledon Quarters, Croatian Women Fall

Osijek Advaces to Second Round with 6-0 Aggregate Win

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Osijek did what was expected of them. After a lackluster 2-0 win in Andorra last week, Osijek welcoemd Santa Coloma to the Garden City and sent them packing with a 4-0 win. Muzafer Ejupi opened the scoring, but was outdone by Petar Bockaj, who scored twice last night. Borna Barisic scored from the penalty spot and a win was an open and shut … [Read more...] about Osijek Advaces to Second Round with 6-0 Aggregate Win

Croatian Clubs in Europe: What are Their Chances? Osijek v. Santa Coloma

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Osijek are up first. They enter the first round of Europa League qualifying on Thursday against Andorran champions, FC Santa Coloma. I know, not the most prestigious matches on earth, the opening round of a less tournament, but this is crucial for Croatia's growth of the Prva Liga. Osijek will be facing a familiar opponent. The two clubs met each other … [Read more...] about Croatian Clubs in Europe: What are Their Chances? Osijek v. Santa Coloma

Champions and Europa League Qualifying Draws Set

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Real Madrid have barely been champions of Europe for two weeks and the 2017/18 European season is ready to begin. The first and second qualifying rounds have been drawn in both the Champions and Europa Leagues and Croatians have received some very favorable opponents. HNK Rijeka will enter the second round of Champions League qualifying after wining the HNL this … [Read more...] about Champions and Europa League Qualifying Draws Set

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