The 2018 World Cup qualifying schedule was released on Saturday. And even with Croatia coming out of Pot 1, the strongest Europe has to offer, the Vatreni dodged a huge bullet. Croatia was drawn last into Group I, which consists of former foes Iceland, Ukraine, Turkey and newcomers Finland. They avoided Group A, the Group of Death, which landed the Netherlands, … [Read more...] about Croatian Road To Russia Unveiled
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Even Without Modrić And Ćorluka, Croatia Still Leaves A Lot To Be Desired
By 99 CommentsOn paper, it was another productive qualifying match for the Croatian national team. They earned a vital point to stay in first place (although that may change) against their main competitor. While both teams were always going to qualify, it was still an important test for Croatia. They were forced to play without two of their leaders in Luka Modrić and Vedran … [Read more...] about Even Without Modrić And Ćorluka, Croatia Still Leaves A Lot To Be Desired
Here We Go Again
By 181 CommentsEven with an empty stadium, Croatia still couldn't keep themselves drama-free after the match. Eurosport has reported that the Italian Football Federation has formally complained about a 'swastika' etched in the Poljud pitch for the Croatia/Italy Euro 2016 qualifier Friday night in Split. The match was already being played behind closed doors due to racist fan behavior … [Read more...] about Here We Go Again
Vatreni Draw Italy 1-1 In Silent Split
By 254 CommentsThe Vatreni take on Italy Friday night in Split in front of an empty Poljud Stadion. With first place in Euro qualifying Group H on the line, Croatia can extend their lead and inch their way closer to France next summer with a win over the Italians. And remember, Croatia has never lost to their Adriatic neighbors in a competitive match. Not in qualifiers. Not in Euro. Not even … [Read more...] about Vatreni Draw Italy 1-1 In Silent Split
Croatia vs. Italy @ St. Anthony’s – Downtown Los Angles
By 38 CommentsJoin CroatianSports.com and Croatian Radio Program Friday morning in Downtown Los Angeles at St. Anthony's Church for Croatia's last match before the summer break as they take on Italy in front of an empty stadium at Poljud in Split in Euro 2016 qualifying. We will host the watch party in the big hall which can easily fit 300 people. All are welcome and there will be … [Read more...] about Croatia vs. Italy @ St. Anthony’s – Downtown Los Angles
Croatia Defeat Gibraltar 4-0 In Varaždin Friendly
By 51 CommentsWhy Croatia couldn't line up a stronger opponent in a friendly before their Italy match on Friday, who knows? But the Vatreni took on Europe's newest team, Gibraltar, Sunday evening in Varaždin nonetheless. Croatia was without Modrić (injury) and Ivan Rakitić (Champions League Final) in a match that saw a starting XI of Subašić, Vrsaljko, Jedvaj, Lešković, Leovac, … [Read more...] about Croatia Defeat Gibraltar 4-0 In Varaždin Friendly
Croatia vs Italy set in an empty stadium
By 216 CommentsThis week, Croatian fans were delighted to hear that the Euro 2016 qualifying match between Croatia and Italy had been moved to Split. Some fans proclaimed that Mamic and the federation finally realized that Maksimir was a piece of junk, while others said that it was just a move to quell supporters in Split who were tired of how the federation was being run. What we should have … [Read more...] about Croatia vs Italy set in an empty stadium
Alen Halilović: Problem Child?
By 115 CommentsThe kid is only 18 years old. He's already starred in Champions League. And he's already played against the likes of Zlatan Ibrahimović and Cristiano Ronaldo. But the kid "tag" will surely fall off sooner than later as wunder-kind Alen Halilović plays for Barcelona B in the Spanish second division and gets the chance to impress from Niko Kovač's Croatia … [Read more...] about Alen Halilović: Problem Child?
Next Up For Croatia: ITALY
By 96 CommentsIn a watered down Euro 2016 qualifying campaign, Croatia have been one of few European regulars to hold serve. Their only slip up so far, which shouldn't be considered a slip up at all, was their 1-1 draw to Italy on the road to ruin their perfect record in November. In a campaign where it appears the European giants are not taking games that seriously: the Dutch … [Read more...] about Next Up For Croatia: ITALY










