Things we learned vs. Macedonia: -Majer is booming with confidence and needs to start at Euro (ideally at the #10 in front of Modrić) -Kova still looks pedestrian in the Croatian midfield -Budimir needs to be the starting #9 in Germany -Croatia's future is bright with Baturina, Sučić, Marco Pašalić … [Read more...] about Croatia Defeat Macedonia 3-0 In Rijeka Friendly; Majer Bags 1st Half Brace, Marco Pašalić Scores 1st Vatreni Goal
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Croatia Will Play All 3 Euro Group Matches In Red And White Checkers
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Per the HNS and Jutarnji, our beloved Vatreni will play every single Euro 2024 group match this month (vs. Spain, Albania, Italy) in the red-and-white checkered home kit. These have to be the worst home kits Nike has ever designed for Croatia. The checkers are far, far too big for my liking. So I'm a bit bummed we won't see the black and blue away kit at all in group stage. … [Read more...] about Croatia Will Play All 3 Euro Group Matches In Red And White Checkers
Modrić Wins 6th Champions League Title At Real Madrid!
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Luka Modrić came off the bench in the 86th minute Saturday night in London as Real Madrid defeated Borussia Dortmund 2-0 in the Champions League Final. 12 seasons in Madrid for Modrić. 6 European titles. Absolutely insane! Modrić is now tied atop the Real Madrid pyramid as the most decorated Real Madrid player in history (with Nacho). All things currently point to Modrić … [Read more...] about Modrić Wins 6th Champions League Title At Real Madrid!
Dalić Following Pep: Gvardiol To Play LB vs. Spain
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Euro 2024 is now two weeks away and the pieces of the puzzle will quickly fall into place on how Dalić will line up the boys in Germany. One hint has already been dropped by Dalić regarding Gvardiol playing left-back against Spain in Berlin June 15th. In a recent 24 Sata article, Dalić says, "If you remember, he (Gvardiol) debuted at left back against England. Pep is praised, I … [Read more...] about Dalić Following Pep: Gvardiol To Play LB vs. Spain
Budimir Scores 17th Goal To Close Out La Liga Season
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Ante Budimir finished out the season with his 17th La Liga goal Saturday in a 1-1 draw against Villarreal. It was Budimir's first start for Osasuna since April 15th as he nursed a rib fracture more nearly a month. He now owns the record for most goals in a single for Osasuna this century. 17 La Liga goals and two assists in 33 matches played. Not too shabby for a 32 year-old … [Read more...] about Budimir Scores 17th Goal To Close Out La Liga Season
Mario Pašalić Wins Europa League With Atalanta!
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Atalanta ended Bayer Leverkusen’s hopes of a ‘treble’ season Wednesday night, beating the Bundesliga champions 3-0 in Dublin. Mario Pašalić came off the bench in the 57’ for Atalanta and received a solid 7/10 from 90min.com for his efforts. Josip Stanišić got the start for Bayer Leverkusen but was subbed off at halftime for a more attacking player. He received a 5/10 grade from … [Read more...] about Mario Pašalić Wins Europa League With Atalanta!
Dalić Names Euro 2024 Preliminary Squad; No Oršić
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The Euro 2024 deadline for managers to name their final 26-man squad list for Euro 2024 is June7th. "The maximum squad size of the teams was increased from the original quota of 23 to 26 players. Teams must provide the list containing a minimum of 23 players and a maximum of 26 by the deadline of 7 June." Dalić named a preliminary 26-man squad Monday with 9 alternates. No … [Read more...] about Dalić Names Euro 2024 Preliminary Squad; No Oršić
Croatians Around Europe 33: Kramarić Hat Trick vs. Bayern to End The Season; Stanišić, Leverkusen Go Undefeated In Germany!
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Andrej Kramarić ends the Bundesliga season with a hat trick vs. Bayern Munich! Since April 7th, Kramarić has scored 7 goals to go along 5 assists in seven Bundesliga matches. He’s on FIRE! Krama will end the season with 15 goals in 30 appearances. Absolutely fantastic numbers for the 32 year-old striker! Mateo Kovačić and Joško Gvardiol are English Premier League … [Read more...] about Croatians Around Europe 33: Kramarić Hat Trick vs. Bayern to End The Season; Stanišić, Leverkusen Go Undefeated In Germany!
Kovačić, Gvardiol 90 Minutes Away From 1st Premier League Title
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Both Mateo Kovačić and Joško Gvardiol played the full 90 minutes Tuesday night in a crazy 2-0 victory over Spurs in North London. The game easily could have gone either way, however, City capitalized on their chances while Spurs did not; kissing any chance of Champions League football next season goodbye. With the win, City now hold a 2-point lead on Arsenal heading into the … [Read more...] about Kovačić, Gvardiol 90 Minutes Away From 1st Premier League Title
