The Croatian 'barracudas' have a chance to lift their third European water polo title Tuesday night in Zagreb vs. Spain. Croatia are the reigning European water polo champions after winning the tournament two years ago in Split. Their first title came in 2010, which was also hosted on Croatian soil; in Zagreb. Will they make it 3/3 this week? Croatia opened up this year's … [Read more...] about Croatia Blow 2-Goal 4th Quarter Lead In Zagreb, Hand Euro Title To Spain
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Croatia Forced To Split Points In Disappointing 28-28 Draw With Austria
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Croatia headed into Sunday's clash with Austria as clear favorites. The Cowboys had lit up last Euro's runners-up -- Spain -- in a thrilling 39-29 victory. Croatia's attack was ruthless against Spain on Friday but faced a far stiffer opponent in Austria. So far this tournament, Goran Perkovac and Croatia's main strategy has been quick transition handball. Croatia opened the … [Read more...] about Croatia Forced To Split Points In Disappointing 28-28 Draw With Austria
Croatia Defeat Reigning World Champs Hungary 11-8, Will Face Spain In Euro Final!
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The Croatian Barracudas have clinched a spot in the Euroepan championship Final!!! Croatia’s water polo team defeated reigning world champions Hungary 11-8 Sunday night in the semifinal round of Euro 2024. Croatia will now face Spain Tuesday at Bazen Mladost in Zagreb. Croatia defeated Spain in a penalty shootout during the first match of group play to open the tournament … [Read more...] about Croatia Defeat Reigning World Champs Hungary 11-8, Will Face Spain In Euro Final!
Croatians Around Europe 17: Kovačić, Gvardiol Rated Poorly vs. Newcastle; Majer Earns MOTM With Assist
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Mateo Kovačić and Joško Gvardiol both had subpar performances for Man City Saturday in an injury time "come from behind" 3-2 victory over Newcastle. Kevin de Bruyne stole the show making his Premiership return (injury), coming off the bench in the 69' to supply the 2-2 equalizer and the game-winning assist. Kova received a 5/10 from 90min.com as he "Couldn't keep up with the … [Read more...] about Croatians Around Europe 17: Kovačić, Gvardiol Rated Poorly vs. Newcastle; Majer Earns MOTM With Assist
Croatia Steamrolls Spain In European Handball Championship Opening Match
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Croatia kickstarted their Euro 2024 campaign off with a dominant win over Spain. Croatia finished the match with a commanding 10-goal lead over last European Championship's runners-up; winning 39-29. Friday's victory over Spain ended a massive drought against the Spaniards, marking their first victory against them since the World Championships in 2019. The Spanish denied … [Read more...] about Croatia Steamrolls Spain In European Handball Championship Opening Match
Matija Frigan Follows Dinamo On Instagram Amid Transfer Rumors
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Dinamo Zagreb are looking to add another star to their struggling roster before the transfer window closes. Westerlo's Matija Frigan might just be the man for the job. Following his departure from Rijeka this summer, the 20-year-old attacker has scored four goals in 15 appearances for the Belgian side and is highly anticipated to make a move this winter. Frigan found the … [Read more...] about Matija Frigan Follows Dinamo On Instagram Amid Transfer Rumors
Modrić Assists Again, Real Beats Atletico 5-3 in Super Cup Semifinals
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Luka Modrić might as well play for Real Madrid until he is 50. The 38-year-old midfield star recorded another assist for Los Blancos on Wednesday, this time against Atletico Madrid in the Spanish Super Cup semifinals. Real Madrid went on to win the match 5-3 in extra time, and will face either Barcelona or Ante Budimir's Osasuna in the final on January 14th. Down 1-0 in … [Read more...] about Modrić Assists Again, Real Beats Atletico 5-3 in Super Cup Semifinals
HNL Team Grades: Midseason Edition
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With the midpoint of the HNL reached back in December and the winter break and transfer window in full swing, it's time to review each clubs performance so far this season. With an action packed season full of drama, twists, and upsets already halfway behind us, let's take a deep dive and assign letter grades to each club this season. Hajduk Split (1st): A Hajduk fans … [Read more...] about HNL Team Grades: Midseason Edition
Croatia To Play Egypt, Tunisia, New Zealand In Inaugural Winsunited Cup March 22-26th
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Croatia will take part in the inaugural Winsunited Cup March 22-26th in the United Arab Emirates. It will be a single-elimination “friendly” tournament where all sides will play a minimum of two matches. I would imagine a Final and 3rd-place game format will take place during the week. Matchups and dates are TBD. Not the best competition for the Vatreni but Dalić should be … [Read more...] about Croatia To Play Egypt, Tunisia, New Zealand In Inaugural Winsunited Cup March 22-26th
