Croatia started today's match with confidence. From where they left off with Turkey, the Croatians continued a menacing attack from every angle. In the 38th minute Ivan Perišić took his defender one on one down the left side, cut in, and slotted a beautiful goal into the side of the net to put Croatia up 1-0. Czechs had shown some glimpses of being able to find gaps in the … [Read more...] about Croatia Crumbles At The End After Fans Throw Flares On Pitch, Draw Czech 2-2
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An inspired team effort brings much-needed optimism back to Croatia
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There were several lingering questions surrounding Croatia going into Euro 2016. Disregard the ongoing turmoil within the federation. Nobody knew what to make of a talented squad that hadn’t played consistently well for a sustainable period of time since 2012. Would Luka Modric and Ivan Rakitic finally play well together? Can Mario Mandzukic regain his scoring excellence? Will … [Read more...] about An inspired team effort brings much-needed optimism back to Croatia
Srna Back In Croatia After News Of Father’s Passing
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Croatian captain Darijo Srna is back home in Croatia at the moment after the tragic news that his father, Uzeir, passed away Sunday. The news was delivered to Srna shortly after Croatia's 1-0 win over Turkey. With the team traveling to St. Etienne this week in preparation for the Czech Republic match on Friday, Srna was given permission to leave France in order to attend his … [Read more...] about Srna Back In Croatia After News Of Father’s Passing
Croatia Defeat Turkey 1-0 Behind Modrić Wundergol
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The first half of Croatia v. Turkey started with the Vatreni in complete possession of the ball with minimal chances on goal. It was a stale 20 minutes where Turkey got the best chance of the half with a header which needed to be saved off the line by Subasic. Croatian defender Vedran Corluka had to sit out for five minutes for a bloodied head due to a Turkish elbow. That's … [Read more...] about Croatia Defeat Turkey 1-0 Behind Modrić Wundergol
Can an endless problem at defensive midfielder be solved at Euro 2016?
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Following a shaky qualifying campaign, several questions surrounded Croatia’s squad. Left back, holding midfielder, and an attacking winger opposite Ivan Perisic have been problematic positions over the past two years. Relying on declining players such as Ivica Olic and Danijel Pranjic proved to be detrimental. A lack of development at those positions is another reason behind … [Read more...] about Can an endless problem at defensive midfielder be solved at Euro 2016?
Despite nearing retirement, Darijo Srna’s past big game performances could prove to be pivotal
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Whenever a major tournament arises, there are several players taking part in their final tournament. A superstar such as Zlatan Ibrahimovic will be looking to make his mark in a difficult group. A country hero like Eiour Guojohnsen has been playing for Iceland since 1996. After twenty years of striving to play in a major tournament, this experience will be satisfying for the … [Read more...] about Despite nearing retirement, Darijo Srna’s past big game performances could prove to be pivotal
Croatia Crush San Marino 10-0 In Euro Warm-up
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I still don't know what to take away from the San Marino friendly yesterday, which saw Croatia dismantle a team that does not have a single player playing outside of the San Marino league. It was a poor warm-up fixture. I'm not sure how the HNS can't schedule some pre-Euro friendlies with higher caliber teams such as Portugal or the Netherlands, but the savez has always had a … [Read more...] about Croatia Crush San Marino 10-0 In Euro Warm-up
’98 Or Now?
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The year was 1998. Croatian nationalism around the world was high. The football team was playing in their first World Cup as an independent nation. And Šuker was cool. But what happened the fateful summer in France to the Vatreni is what true dreams are made of. Not only did Boban and friends make it out of group stage, but they managed a 1-0 win over … [Read more...] about ’98 Or Now?
The case for defending Dejan Lovren against Ante Čačić
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Before recent major tournaments, Croatia has dealt with a looming distraction or notable injury that caused major concern. Ivica Olić’s injury before Euro 2012 was considered a major loss at the time. It was also Slaven Bilić’s last tournament, which was a sad moment for many fans. Before the World Cup in 2014, nobody knew what to expect from the largely inexperienced Niko … [Read more...] about The case for defending Dejan Lovren against Ante Čačić
