This is the expected linup for the Germany game on Thursady. The game will be televised live in America on ESPN2 at 11:50AM (ET). Remember that coach Slaven Bilić still hasn't confirmed his starting 11, but based on reports and expert analysis he will make two changes from the Austria game. Goalkeeper: Stipe Pletikosa Defenders: Vedran Ćorluka,Robert Kovač,Dario … [Read more...] about EXPECTED LINEUP VS. GERMANY
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CROATIA TEAM UPDATE
By 2 CommentsWe are now less than 32 hours from the Croatia-Germany clash in Klagenfurt and there's some important decisions to be made by coach Slaven Bilić. The question all Croatian fans are asking is what two strikers will play up top as well as whether Ivan Rakitić will be in the plans for the big game. There have been reports on Euro2008.com that Bilić will sit Pranjić for Simić and … [Read more...] about CROATIA TEAM UPDATE
VIENNA OR BUST!!!
By Leave a CommentHere's the videos we promised you of Denis and friends. They consist of the pre-game train ride from Zagreb to Vienna and the after match celebrations in downtown Vienna. Enjoy! … [Read more...] about VIENNA OR BUST!!!
THE BEST WE HAVE???
By 9 CommentsI can be optimistic right now and say Croatia got the 3 points they were looking for against Austria, but let's be real here for a second. Croatia played like garbage and didn't deserve the win if you ask me. Here's a couple things we learned from the Austria game today. Croatia is indeed still in a post-party hangover mode from the England match. It now appears that in … [Read more...] about THE BEST WE HAVE???
IT’S TIME BOYS AND GIRLS!!!
By Leave a CommentWILL THIS BE THE TEAM THAT RETURNS US TO GLORY? The day has finally arrived! Croatia plays Austria today in Vienna at 11:50 AM (ET) and the game will be televised on ESPN2 in America. Croatia is back in action after a dismal World Cup 2006 campaign where they only scored 2 goals in 3 games. But this year will be different, I think we can all feel … [Read more...] about IT’S TIME BOYS AND GIRLS!!!
EDUARDO BACK IN JULY???
By 2 CommentsGoal.com has reported that Eduardo can make a miraculous July return to football. This is of course as optimistic as one can be, but doctors have said that his rehab is going flawless. Even if Eduardo does make an early return, this still doesn't mean he gets to play in Euro 2008; but he would definitely be ready for World Cup qualifying starting in September versus Kazakhstan … [Read more...] about EDUARDO BACK IN JULY???
CROATIA-HUNGARY RECAP
By 7 CommentsHere are my thoughts on the game; and remember that I only saw various highlights of the game since it wasn't broadcast in America. Olić and Petrić looked promising up top and had some nice scoring chances, one of which included hitting the post. The chemistry looked OK on the scoring end and our defense solid. If this is things to come for Niko Kovač I can't wait to see more. … [Read more...] about CROATIA-HUNGARY RECAP
OFF TO AUSTRIA!
By 6 CommentsI would just like to take this chance to bid farewell to fellow CroatianSoccerReport.com writer and colleague of mine, Denis Svirčić, who will be leaving for Europe, and most importantly Euro 2008, tomorrow. Denis will be at the Croatian matches versus Austria and Poland in Vienna and Klagenfurt- and hopefully more! CroatianSoccerReport.com will have photos and video up … [Read more...] about OFF TO AUSTRIA!
CROATIA SLIP BY MOLDOVA
By 8 CommentsCroatian captain, Niko Kovač, scored the only goal in a 1-0 friendly victory versus Moldova in Rijeka this past Saturday. The game was merely a tune-up for the Croatian side who will open up group play for Euro 2008 in just 2 weeks time. Coach Slaven Bilić got in plenty of players in the game to gauge readiness and fitness for many of the new call-ups. Uefa.com covered the game … [Read more...] about CROATIA SLIP BY MOLDOVA