Dinamo Zagreb redeemed themselves yesterday after the embarrassing 1-1 draw to Fola Esch on home soil last week. The Modri rolled into Luxembourg on Wednesday, this time with a coach released from prison who could lead them to victory. Marko Pjaca scored a double to put Dinamo up 2-0 by the end of the first half, and Marko Rog scored his debut goal to finish the … [Read more...] about Dinamo Advance in Champions League While Europa League Continues
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HNL Week Two: Osijek on Top
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NK Osijek fought off Dinamo for an important draw that kept Osijek at the top of the table. An attendance of 5,000 saw Tomislav Radotić score in the 11th minute for Osijek, but the lead was short lived thanks for a 15th minute goal from Soudani. The two goals came only minutes apart, but were the only goals scored in Osijek this weekend. The teams split the … [Read more...] about HNL Week Two: Osijek on Top
Dinamo Final: 1-1; Hajduk, Lokomotiva, and Rijeka Take Stage
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After Dinamo Zagreb's unfortunate performance last night, drawing 1-1 in their first leg of Champions League play against CS Fola Esch, three other Croatian clubs will be in the spotlight today in efforts to regain the dignity the country deserves in the sport. The second round of Europa League qualifying begins today and kicks off with Hajduk Split playing against … [Read more...] about Dinamo Final: 1-1; Hajduk, Lokomotiva, and Rijeka Take Stage
HNL Returns: Highlights, Stories, and Europa League Updates
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The HNL has made its triumphant return this weekend, and started out with the latest installment of the Eternal Derby. Dinamo Zagreb took on Hajduk Split at Maksimir Stadium Sunday and played to a close 1-1 draw. But on Sunday, the match was not at the forefront of thought; Sunday was a day for celebration for not just fans of Dinamo, but for fans of soccer in … [Read more...] about HNL Returns: Highlights, Stories, and Europa League Updates
Mamić Brothers Arrested on Tax Fraud Charges
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Zdravko Mamić and brother Zoran Mamić were arrested today on charges of tax fraud. The brothers were arrested at the Slovenian boarder in Goričan upon returning to Croatian after spending time at the Dinamo Zagreb training camp in Slovenia. Coach Zoran Mamić assured that Dinamo's training will continue under the care of his coaching staff. Director of the … [Read more...] about Mamić Brothers Arrested on Tax Fraud Charges
Karlović Survives Dolgo, Čilić Suspended In 5th At 10-10
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Dr. Ivo Karlović won a marathon match Thursday at Wimbledon when he defeated Ukrainian Alexandr Dolgopolov 13-11 in the fifth set. The match took 3 hours and 23 minutes to complete. #23 Karlović will now face #13 ranked Frenchman Jo-Wilfried Tsonga Saturday in the 3rd Round with the winner more than likely to face Andy Murray. After losing the first set 5-7, Karlović took … [Read more...] about Karlović Survives Dolgo, Čilić Suspended In 5th At 10-10
Europa League Round 1: Lokomotiva Victorious, Hajduk Disappoints
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European football is back and so is the Hajduk everyone knows (and maybe love). The Bili traveled to Estonia to take on JK Sillamae Kalev and were slated to take home an easy three points, but ended with a very disappointing 1-1 draw. Hajduk took the lead early thanks to a penalty kick that Mijo Caktaš cleverly chipped in as the goalkeeper helplessly dove to his … [Read more...] about Europa League Round 1: Lokomotiva Victorious, Hajduk Disappoints
Mario Hezonja Ends Up In An Ideal Situation With Orlando
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After much speculation over the past week, Mario Hezonja was selected by the Orlando Magic. It comes as a bit of a surprise, considering Sacramento and Denver were heavily linked to the 20 year-old Croatian. Instead, Hezonja can be labeled as a top five pick and will join an intriguing young team in the weakened Eastern conference. Orlando is filled with rising stars such as … [Read more...] about Mario Hezonja Ends Up In An Ideal Situation With Orlando
Curry Roots Deep With Petrović Family
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It was reported by multiple news outlets Wednesday that 2014-15 NBA MVP and NBA champion, Steph Curry, had sent one of his Finals jerseys to Biserka Petrović, the mother of late, great Croatian basketball player Dražen Petrović. "In 1992, Stephen Curry's father Dell took part in the three-point contest during All-Star weekend in Orlando. Dell didn't make it out of … [Read more...] about Curry Roots Deep With Petrović Family
