Luka Modrić scored an 85' winner for AC Milan Friday night in a slim 2-1 victory over Pisa on the road. The midfield maestro played a messy give-n-go with Ricci which somehow missed all the Pisa defenders in the box. Modrić would find himself wide open from seven yards out to poke home the winner. The victory now moves AC Milan back to five points behind leaders Inter Milan … [Read more...] about Croatians Around Europe 24: Modrić Scores Winner vs. Pisa, Vlašić Nets Goal #6
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Croatia Drawn Into Nations League “Group of Death”
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Croatia have been drawn against Spain, England, and Czechia in the September–November 2026 window of the UEFA Nations League. It is, without question, one of the toughest groups the competition has ever produced. With only the top two nations advancing directly to the quarterfinals, every match will carry knockout-level intensity. There has never been a clearer “Group of … [Read more...] about Croatia Drawn Into Nations League “Group of Death”
Croatians Around Europe 23: Budimir Scores In 4th Straight Match; Krama, Sučić Hit Back Of The Net Too
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Ante Budimir scored La Liga goal #11 in Osasuna's 2-1 win over Celta Vigo Friday night. Budimir has now scored in four straight matches after his wonderful header from the middle of the box. It is his patented redirection in the box. Budimir is dangerous in the box with his head if he can get the proper crosses from the wings. He is now on pace to finish the La Liga season with … [Read more...] about Croatians Around Europe 23: Budimir Scores In 4th Straight Match; Krama, Sučić Hit Back Of The Net Too
Winter Window Watch: Croatian Transfers
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A busy winter window for Croatian players, with both established names and young talents making moves across Europe. Several took important steps forward this window. • Adriano Jagušić: Slaven Belupo → Panathinaikos (€5.2m + €800k add-ons, 20% sell-on)• Branimir Mlačić: Hajduk Split → Udinese (€4.5m)• Franko Kovačević: Celje → Ferencvárosi (€3m)• Dominik Livaković: … [Read more...] about Winter Window Watch: Croatian Transfers
Croatians Around Europe 22: Vušković Scores vs. Bayern, Kramarić Brace Makes Him #3 Foreign-Born Bundesliga Scorer
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What more can you ask from 18 year-old Luka Vušković??? He's playing stellar defense week in and week out in the Bundesliga for Hamburg while on loan from Hamburg. He scored the 2025 Bundesliga goals"Goal of the Year" with his scorpion kick in December. And on Saturday, he struck again! Vušković climbed the ladder in the 53' to head home the an equalizer to chop the points with … [Read more...] about Croatians Around Europe 22: Vušković Scores vs. Bayern, Kramarić Brace Makes Him #3 Foreign-Born Bundesliga Scorer
Dinamo Clinch 23rd Spot On Europa Table, Will Play Genk/Bologna In Knockout Playoff After 2-0 Loss To Midtjylland
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Not much action from Dinamo Thursday night in Denmark. Midtjylland was the superior team for 90 minutes in the 2-0 Dinamo loss. Dinamo only managed three shot on goal with 40% possession. Luckily, other results went their way in both Young Boys and Brann losing. However, for the last 10 minutes of live play in Europa League, Dinamo were a 1-goal swing to be dumped out of Europe … [Read more...] about Dinamo Clinch 23rd Spot On Europa Table, Will Play Genk/Bologna In Knockout Playoff After 2-0 Loss To Midtjylland
Dominik Livaković Set For Dinamo Zagreb Return On Loan
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Dominik Livaković is set to return home, with Dinamo Zagreb reaching a full agreement with Fenerbahçe for the goalkeeper’s loan until the end of the season, per 24sata. Dinamo will pay a €200k loan fee, with no buy option included in the deal. However, discussions over a potential permanent transfer are expected to take place in the summer. The move marks a homecoming for … [Read more...] about Dominik Livaković Set For Dinamo Zagreb Return On Loan
Croatians Around Europe 21: Baturina On FIRE For Como! Matanović Scores Again!
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Martin Baturina has been nothing short of perfect for Como in January! In his last four Serie A matches, Baturina has 3G/3A. Saturday night in Como, Baturina slammed home a low shot from 24 yards out to beat the keeper and added a silky assist to Douvikas in a 6-0 thumping of Torino. Sorry Vlašić. Baturina did all of this in only 68 minutes on the pitch. He's very quickly … [Read more...] about Croatians Around Europe 21: Baturina On FIRE For Como! Matanović Scores Again!
Croatians In Form: Baturina, Matanović & Beljo
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A strong run of form for several Croatian attackers across Europe, with Martin Baturina, Igor Matanović, and Dion Drena Beljo all producing lately. Baturina has found form for Como, recording 2 goals and 2 assists in his last 3 matches, showing more confidence and sharper decision-making in the final third. At Freiburg, Matanović is picking up momentum with more minutes, … [Read more...] about Croatians In Form: Baturina, Matanović & Beljo
