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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

Who To Blame?

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Re: Iceland. Croatia has one of these matches every qualifying campaign. Sometimes it even happens multiple times. In Euro 2016 qualifying, in the final stretch of games, Croatia drew with Azerbaijan and lost to Norway; in the same weekend! For the 2014 World Cup in Brazil, Croatia didn't just lose to Scotland once, but twice. Who can remember 2005 when the good 'ol … [Read more...] about Who To Blame?

Croatia Go On Vacation 90 Minutes Too Early, Fall 1-0 To Iceland

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Oh boy. This was not good. Even if that match ended in a scoreless draw, which wouldn't have been the worst result, Croatia should have hung their heads after the game. But a 90th minute Iceland goal from a  corner kick will send Croatia to their first defeat in World Cup 2018 qualifying and completely open up Group I for everyone involved. After … [Read more...] about Croatia Go On Vacation 90 Minutes Too Early, Fall 1-0 To Iceland

Cibalia Secures Safety, 2017 Attendance Figures

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Believe it or not, HNK Cibalia pulled off one of the most unlikely efforts to stave off relegation. After spending an upwards of 15 weeks in last place, and as recently as May 2 lagging behind Split by five points, the club not only ought their way above Split - finishing three points ahead - but also held off HNK Gorica with ease in the promotion/relegation … [Read more...] about Cibalia Secures Safety, 2017 Attendance Figures

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