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Marko Livaja is back on the Croatian national team after being omitted in June for Nations League and left off the squad again during two Vatreni victories over Latvia and Georgia in Euro 2024 qualifiers a few weeks ago. It seems Livaja has smoothed over his "situation" with Dalić after jumping into the stands to confront a Croatian supporter in Rijeka during national team … [Read more...] about Livaja, Brekalo Called Up For October Euro 2024 Qualifiers

UEFA are investigating Croatia over an apparent FARE violation, Jutarnji reports. So what does this mean for Croatian fans and the next home match? FARE (Football Against Racism in Europe) is an initiative created by UEFA to hinder discrimination in football. According to reports, it is rumored three individuals brought in an Ustaša flag to Friday's home match against … [Read more...] about UEFA Investigation? What This Means For Croatian Football Fans

What an absolute stress-free week of football from our beloved Cardiac Croatians. Two wins in two games. +6 goal differential. Can't ask for much more. It's exactly what Modrić and the boys needed to set up the 2nd half of qualifiers in October and November. If my math serves me right, Croatia can technically book their EURO 2024 ticket with two wins in October over Turkey … [Read more...] about Croatia’s Grade For Euro Qualifier Wins vs. Latvia & Armenia: A-

FINAL: Croatia take all 3 points on the road in Armenia and win 1-0. This is Croatia's third straight clean sheet in Euro 2024 qualifying. The Vatreni have only conceded once in four matches. (84'): Petković subbed out. Musa in. (74'): Ivanušec subbed out. Majer in. (73'): The ball comes to Stanišić across the box and he he relatively wide open. He smashed the ball … [Read more...] about Croatia Slip By Armenia 1-0 But Should Have Scored 2/3 More Goals

Look, I honestly can't tell if Croatia is an an absolute trash qualifying group OR if it will end up half competitive when all is said and done. However, for the time being, I say we need to stay cautious on enemy soil. We all know how our beloved Vatreni like to keep things interesting during qualifying matches. The 5-0 win against Latvia on Friday won't mean as much if … [Read more...] about Don’t Sleep On Armenia

Luka Modrić turns 38 years old today! What this man has done in his career (and so late) is nothing short of a miracle. How much longer will we be able to watch Modrić play? Will EURO 2024 be his last game? We will find out soon enough. Here are some, but not all, of his lifetime achievements:  -5x Champions League Winner -3x La Liga Winner  -2018 World Cup Golden … [Read more...] about Happy 38th Birthday Luka Modrić!

(Final Time): Croatia easily win 5-0 without breaking a sweat. Modrić only plays 60 minutes. Gvardiol plays the 1st half. Kovačić gets a day of rest. Next match: Armenia on Monday at 12PM (ET). Turkey came back to draw Armenia 1-1 Friday night. (87'): Juranović rifles a half-volley shot from 20 yards out just past the post. Would have been a beauty if it was on … [Read more...] about Croatia Destroy Latvia 5-0 In Euro 2024 Qualifying; Petković MOTM w/ 2 Goals & Assist

The Vatreni are back in action! Dalić and company are set to face the Latvians Friday at 2:45pm EST in Rijeka. The now 6th highest ranked side in International football has a lot to prove at these next Euros. Yes, three medals in five years is a generational feat that no one can ever take away from us. But, after two successive heartbreaking final defeats, and possibly Luka … [Read more...] about How Croatia Should Start Friday vs. Latvia — Predicted Starting XI