Well, that escalated quickly! And then the sky absolutely fell on Borna Sosa. All in 96 hours. Sosa snubs Croatia and says playing for Germany is a "business decision." FIFA comes backs and say, "Sorry man, you are not eligible to play for Germany." Awkward. So I ask you all this: Would you want Sosa to represent Croatia at the top level after all this? I say yes, … [Read more...] about Sosa Snubs Croatia, FIFA Snubs Sosa. What Now?
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Joe Šimunić On Sosa: “It’s disappointing. But you can’t beg someone to play for Croatia.”
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Former Croatian defender (105 caps) and current Croatia U19 manager, Josip Šimunić speaks about Borna Sosa snubbing the Croatian senior side to play for Germany. Joe says, "You can't hold these kids' hands and tell them how good they are playing everyday. You have to wait your turn." Interview available top of website. … [Read more...] about Joe Šimunić On Sosa: “It’s disappointing. But you can’t beg someone to play for Croatia.”
Borna Sosa Speaks Out On Snubbing Croatia
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It has been a whirlwind of discussion this weekend regarding 23 year-old Borna Sosa's decision to dump Croatia and get a German passport to play for the 4-time World Cup champions. Sosa was born in Zagreb to Croatian parents. He played three seasons for Dinamo Zagreb before heading to Stuttgart. He has been capped by the Croatia U21 side 19 times. He is regarded as one of the … [Read more...] about Borna Sosa Speaks Out On Snubbing Croatia
Ivan Šaranić: Druga Liga’s New Star
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After scoring 80 goals in 85 matches for Dinamo Zagreb’s youth teams, Ivan Šaranić has deservedly began his professional career with Dinamo’s second team in the Druga Liga. In his first six professional games, the 17 year-old has scored three goals and provided an assist - carrying his squad out of the league’s relegation zone. This past Saturday, Šaranić scored a brace against … [Read more...] about Ivan Šaranić: Druga Liga’s New Star
The Mamić Tell-All
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Whether you love him or hate him, Zdravko Mamić is - and has been - a crucial part of Croatian football for the past two decades. Podcast Inkubator sat down with Mamić this week for a 3-hour 'tell-all'. I haven't listened to the whole thing yet but the parts I have are worth a listen. … [Read more...] about The Mamić Tell-All
91st Minute Bradarić Rocket Puts Croatia U21s Through To Euro Quarters
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Domagoj Bradarić erased what would have been a disappointing day for Croatian soccer as they knew a 1-goal loss to England would get them through to the U21 Euro 2021 quarterfinals (with Portugal easily defeating Switzerland). A bogus penalty kick was given to England early in the first half and Croatia missed way too many quality chances to take control of the … [Read more...] about 91st Minute Bradarić Rocket Puts Croatia U21s Through To Euro Quarters
Modrić And His Super Substitute Friends Save Croatia In Win vs. Malta
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Oh boy, Dalić's plan of starting the B-team and giving Modrić, Perišić, and Brozović rest nearly backfired on him. It took the Vatreni 62 minutes to score against Malta...MALTA!..and the Maltese should have been given a 1st half penalty kick as Juranović handled the ball in the box. Lucky for him, theres no VAR in World Cup qualifiers. Ask Ronaldo and Portugal … [Read more...] about Modrić And His Super Substitute Friends Save Croatia In Win vs. Malta
Luka Modrić 135: A Special Message From the “100 Club”
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With his 135th appearance vs. Cyprus on Saturday, Luka Modrić has passed former captain Darijo Srna as the most capped player in Croatian history! Truly an amazing ride from refugee to World Cup Finalist and Ballon d’Or winner! The HNS compiled a special message to Luka from all of Croatia's "100 Club" members, which consists of … [Read more...] about Luka Modrić 135: A Special Message From the “100 Club”
Croatia U-21s Survive Swiss Comeback To Win 3-2 At EURO 2021
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The Mladi Vatreni are back in complete control of their Euro 2021 dreams. After a slim 1-0 loss to Portugal on Thursday, Croatia came out hot against the Swiss to carry a 1-0 lead into halftime. Dinamo's Luka Ivanušec opened up the scoring early off a Swiss defensive gaffe by sending a half-volley past a scrambling keeper. A Nikola Moro penalty would make it 2-0 … [Read more...] about Croatia U-21s Survive Swiss Comeback To Win 3-2 At EURO 2021