Over 250 Croatians from the greater Los Angeles area gathered at St. Anthony's Catholic church in Los Angeles for the World Cup opener featuring Croatia and hosts Brazil. Although the Vatreni couldn't hang on to an early 1-0 lead, the atmosphere at St. Anthony's was electric throughout the day. We would like to thank St. Anthony's and CroatianRadioProgram for hosting such an … [Read more...] about **FAN ZONE** St. Anthony’s Church, Los Angeles
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#flop
By 492 CommentsStarting Lineup: Pletikosa - Srna, Lovren, Ćorluka, Vrsaljko - Rakitić, Modrić, Perišić, Kovačić, Olić - Jelavić It's a shame Croatia can't get any calls against the world's elite in major tournaments. Two years ago against Spain at EURO 2012, Ćorluka was blatantly taken down in the box with no penalty call. Tonight in Sao Paulo, Fred wasn't even … [Read more...] about #flop
Sao Paulo: The night before
By 3 CommentsPete Novaković, who resides in Los Angeles, has volunteered his time while in Brazil for the World Cup to report for CroatianSports.com. The night before Croatia's epic World Cup match in Sao Paulo, Brazil, Croatian fans hit the streets to sing, dance, drink and mingle with fellow fans from all across the globe. Novaković will be in the stadium for the match on … [Read more...] about Sao Paulo: The night before
#GoCro World Cup
By 2 CommentsDuring the World Cup, CroatianSports.com asks you to use the #GoCro hashtag in social media. That means if you're on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram or sending text messages to your baba back home in the selo, #GoCro needs to be present. This will allow Croatian fans all over the world see each other's activities during the World Cup, but it will also bring us together as a … [Read more...] about #GoCro World Cup
HNL’ers in the World Cup
By 3 CommentsCroatia’s top flight soccer league has produced numerous world-class footballers over the 12 years it has been in existence. Nearly every player on the current World Cup roster for Croatia has spent some time developing their skills in their home country. In fact, every player on Croatia's World Cup roster except Ivan Rakitić and and Ivan Perišić have payed their … [Read more...] about HNL’ers in the World Cup
Tuesday Night Funnies: John Oliver on FIFA
By 24 CommentsThe FIFA World Cup, which is undoubtedly the world's largest sporting event, kicks off this week. But as most of us fans who follow the game on a weekly basis know, even FIFA has its holes. From voting the 2022 World Cup to be held in Qatar to building stadiums which will never be used again in the middle of the Amazon, decisions from highly ranked FIFA executives have to be … [Read more...] about Tuesday Night Funnies: John Oliver on FIFA
Remembering the Croatian flood victims
By 21 CommentsAs the World Cup kicks off this week, CroatianSports.com would like to remember the flood victims of not only Croatia, but surrounding areas in Serbia and Bosnia as well, as they rebuild in these dark times. The flood damage has been compared to that of the war and basic necessities such as bread and water are in high demand. After raising $5,000 for the "Joe … [Read more...] about Remembering the Croatian flood victims
The world will be watching
By 147 Comments4 days. Only four more days until the World Cup kicks off. Croatia vs. Brazil in Sao Paulo. The whole world will be watching. But how important is this match to Croatian manager Niko Kovač? Kovač made the entire team practice the national anthem, Lijepa Naša, after training on Saturday. Not only does he want the Vatreni to look good in the checkers as … [Read more...] about The world will be watching
ESPNFC: Croatia have best kits
By 108 CommentsESPNFC.com, the soccer subdivision of global sports leader ESPN, have unveiled their #1 kit for the 2014 World Cup. And after years of scrutiny, calling Croatia's kits everything from picnic table cloths to checker board sets, the Vatreni are finally getting some love. Whether people love them or hate them, there's no denying that Croatia has always had the most … [Read more...] about ESPNFC: Croatia have best kits