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
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Croatia’s Grade For Euro Qualifier Wins vs. Latvia & Armenia: A-
By 34 CommentsWhat 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-
Croatia Slip By Armenia 1-0 But Should Have Scored 2/3 More Goals
By 84 CommentsFINAL: 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
Don’t Sleep On Armenia
By 20 CommentsLook, 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
Happy 38th Birthday Luka Modrić!
By 6 CommentsLuka 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!
Croatia Destroy Latvia 5-0 In Euro 2024 Qualifying; Petković MOTM w/ 2 Goals & Assist
By 66 Comments(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
How Croatia Should Start Friday vs. Latvia — Predicted Starting XI
By 26 CommentsThe 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
Vatreni Need 2 Easy Wins vs. Latvia, Armenia This Week
By 47 CommentsEURO 2024 qualifying continues this week when Croatia host a winless Latvia side in Rijeka Friday before heading to Armenia Monday. The Vatreni have only played two matches thus far in qualifying due to their Nations League Final run in June. They drew Wales 1-1 in Split earlier in the year before a triumphant 3-0 win in Turkey. No matter how you cut it, Zlatko Dalić and his … [Read more...] about Vatreni Need 2 Easy Wins vs. Latvia, Armenia This Week
Dalić Leaves Livaja, Beljo Off September EURO Qualifying Squad
By 33 CommentsCroatia play two EURO 2024 qualifiers in September. They host Latvia in Rijeka on the 8th before heading to Armenia on the 11th. The usual suspects will be taking part, which includes captain Luka Modrić. However, it's Croatia's strike force that is riddled with questions. Hajduk Split's, Marko Livaja, has once again been left off the squad. It seems he is still in the "dog … [Read more...] about Dalić Leaves Livaja, Beljo Off September EURO Qualifying Squad