Croatia faces two-time champions Argentina tomorrow at 2pm EST at Lusail Iconic Stadium. This will be the second meeting between the two LM10’s in a World Cup, this one being at a far more important stage than in 2018, when the Albicelestes suffered a 3-0 thumping. Argentina’s Marcos Acuna (starting left-back) and Gonzalo Montiel (back-up right-back) will miss the … [Read more...] about The World Cup Dream Ends: Argentina Defeat Croatia 3-0
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46 Minutes
By 41 CommentsCroatia have only led for 46 minutes this entire World Cup and they will be playing in the semifinals against Argentina on Tuesday. Wrap your head around that statistic. It was only in the 2nd half against Canada in group stage that the Vatreni pulled away and kept a lead. Since then, it's been hectic and chaotic 2nd halves and extra times, with both knockout round games going … [Read more...] about 46 Minutes
The World Cup Final: An Exclusive 13-Nation Club
By 26 CommentsCroatia is now one match away from a 2nd straight World Cup Final. What a ludicrous yet absolutely delightful thought for us Croatians and our fans around the world. To put that into perspective, only 13 nations have ever played in a World Cup Final since the tournament’s inception in 1930 and only eight nations have been crowned champions to date. England and Spain have … [Read more...] about The World Cup Final: An Exclusive 13-Nation Club
Offense Wins Games…But Defense Wins Championships
By 60 CommentsThis Croatia squad is packed with star power which is comprised of 2018 Ballon d'Or winner Luka Modrić, 2022 Serie A 'Midfielder of the Year' Marcelo Brozović, and Champions League winner Ivan Perišić. It's always easier to talk about goal scorers and play makers on any given team compared to their defensive counterparts; in any sport across the board. Scoring is sexy. Defense … [Read more...] about Offense Wins Games…But Defense Wins Championships
Dinamo Zagreb>Brazil
By 35 CommentsThe HNL is alive and well at this year's World Cup! Hajduk Split's Marko Livaja already scored a goal in Croatia's second match versus Canada. Yesterday, it was Dinamo Zagreb's turn to represent in the BIGGEST WAY POSSIBLE. Let's start with the equalizing goal against Brazil in the 117th minute. It was Dinamo's Mislav Oršić who received the ball on the left flank, dribbled … [Read more...] about Dinamo Zagreb>Brazil
OFFICIAL: Croatia vs. Argentina World Cup Semifinal!
By 78 CommentsIt's going to be Lionel Messi and Argentina against Luka Modrić and Croatia on Tuesday at 2PM (ET) in the first World Cup semifinal of 2022. Both sides needed a penalty kick shootout to progress past the quarterfinal round as our Vatreni came back from the dead with a late 117' extra time equalizer from Bruno Petković. Argentina rallied in their shootout as they threw away a … [Read more...] about OFFICIAL: Croatia vs. Argentina World Cup Semifinal!
CROATIA COMES BACK FROM THE DEAD TO BEAT BRAZIL IN PENALTIES!!! Next Stop: World Cup Semifinal!
By 194 CommentsOfficial Lineup: Livaković – Juranović. Lovren, Gvardiol, Sosa – Modrić, Brozović, Kovačić – Pašalić, Kramarić, Perišić Croatia vs. Brazil on Friday will be the ultimate statement match for the Vatreni. It will be an opportunity to shut up the Brazilians, who have been practicing their dance moves more than their football at training this week. It will be a chance to … [Read more...] about CROATIA COMES BACK FROM THE DEAD TO BEAT BRAZIL IN PENALTIES!!! Next Stop: World Cup Semifinal!
How Does Croatia Line Up Against Brazil?
By 81 CommentsCroatia kicks off the first game of the 2022 World Cup Quarter-Finals against five-time winners Brazil on Friday, December 9th at 10am EST in Education City Stadium. Here are some interesting stats to keep in mind before the match up: Brazil has a 73% chance to win Friday night in Qatar ( however, we thrive as heavy underdogs ;) )Croatia have not lost in 10 … [Read more...] about How Does Croatia Line Up Against Brazil?
Croatia Played In The ‘Group Of Death’
By 92 CommentsIt's true. Croatia played in the 'Group of Death' and we didn't even realize it until today. Group F at this year's World Cup is the only group to have two teams make it to the quarterfinal stage - Croatia and Morocco. It was said before the tournament that Belgium and Croatia would progress to the knockout stages with Morocco being a pain in both nations' sides during … [Read more...] about Croatia Played In The ‘Group Of Death’