Results for July 27-29, 2012 Dinamo Zagreb 2-1 Cibalia Photo: Tomislav Kristo / CROPIX Domagoj Vida celebrates Dinamo gaol against Cibalia Dinamo Zagreb celebrated their Champions League qualifying win over Ludogorets with a 2-1 win over Cibalia at Maksimir on Saturday. The Croatian champions opened up the match strong and dominated the early … [Read more...] about HNL REPORT (WEEK 2)
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2012 London Olympics: Day 1
By 7 CommentsPhoto: Eric Gay/AP Team Croatia ran out of gas in the end against team U.S.A. Women’s Basketball: One of the biggest upsets in Olympic history was almost recorded at the basketball arena in London as 31st ranked Croatia challenged the world’s best USA. The spread was set at 38.5 and the US had defeated Croatia by 54 just one week prior. It started off predictably … [Read more...] about 2012 London Olympics: Day 1
What’s up with Modric?
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Photo: Dail Mail Written by Joe Pielago CroatianSports.com's rookie reporter Joe Pielago attended Tuesday night’s Tottenham Hotspur vs. Los Angeles Galaxy friendly at the Home Depot Center in Carson, California in search of Spurs new manager, Andres Villas-Boas', honest opinion on Luka Modrić and his future at the club. Numerous rumors have been flying around about … [Read more...] about What’s up with Modric?
Hajduk squeak through Latvia
By 6 CommentsPhoto: Hajduk Hajduk Split played Skonto in front of a sell out crowd(just kiddin') Hajduk begin preparations for August 2nd home date with Inter Hajduk have secured a Europa League match up with the mighty Inter Milan by virtue of their 2-1 aggregate win over Latvian league-leaders Skonto. Hajduk went down to defeat 1-0 today in Riga on a 93rd-minute strike from … [Read more...] about Hajduk squeak through Latvia
Miracle at Maksimir
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Photo: Damir Krajac/Cropix Written by Colin O' Haravić Today marked redemption for Domagoj Vida and Dinamo Zagreb. After a blundering mistake by the 23 year-old defender in the first leg in Bulgaria that quite nearly cost them the game, Domagoj Vida scored the game winner for the modri in the 98th minute, sending them into the next qualifying round. “We fought … [Read more...] about Miracle at Maksimir
Elvis Has Entered The Building
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Elvis "The King Of Rock N Rumble" Sinosic any true MMA fan will recognize the name. Elvis was the first Australian MMA fighter to have fights in the UFC, K1, and compete in the ADCC submission grappling tournament. He was also the first Aussie to fight for a UFC championship at UFC 32 against future hall of fame inductee Tito Ortiz. Sinosic's list of career opponents … [Read more...] about Elvis Has Entered The Building
Complete Idiot’s Guide to Following Croatia at the Olympics
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Photo: AP Quick Facts In Beijing, Croatia took home three bronze medals and two silvers, tying their all-time best. The London contingent has the firepower to top that mark. Filip Ude and Snježana Pejčić are the only returning medalists for Croatia. Croatia has 3 gold medals in its history, two from handball. 108 Croatians will compete in 18 disciplines in London; … [Read more...] about Complete Idiot’s Guide to Following Croatia at the Olympics
Modrić putting his foot down
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Photo: REX Features The Telegraph has reported that Croatian star midfielder Luka Modrić has not yet attended Tottenham Hotspur training this summer and will not join the team on their North American tour. In response to Modrić's absence, Spurs management have fined the Croatian £80,000, which could grow if he doesn't join the club soon. It seems as if Modrić has … [Read more...] about Modrić putting his foot down
HNL REPORT (WEEK 1)
By 32 CommentsResults for July 20-22, 2012 Written by Dr. O'Haravić GNK DINAMO ZAGREB 1 - 1 NK INTER ZAPREŠIĆ Photo: Dinamo Inter Zaprešić shocked Dinamo Zagreb on Saturday's HNL opener by earning a 1-1 draw at Maksimir. 1,200 fans sat in awe as the reigning Croatian champions dropped points in their first match of the season. In the 2011/12 season, Dinamo … [Read more...] about HNL REPORT (WEEK 1)
