Ivan Dodig defeated #27 seed Fernando Verdasco on day 1 of the US Open in a tough five setter that lasted well over three hours as Dodig barely survived after taking a two set lead. The Croat was off to a great start in the first two sets against the heavy hitting Spaniard, where he converted 3 out of 6 break points to move into great position. Verdasco fought back to win … [Read more...] about Ivan Dodig triumphs on day 1 of the US Open
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HNL Week Seven
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Results for Aug. 23-25, 2013 NK SLAVEN BELUPO 1 - 3 GNK DINAMO ZAGREB Slaven have found themselves destined for a rough year. In the seventh week of the season, they are still in search of their first victory, but were unable to get one against the Croatian champions. Dinamo scored first on what appeared to be an off-sides goal from Fatos Beqiraj. The … [Read more...] about HNL Week Seven
Croatia skim by Liechtenstein with double from Eduardo
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The cardiac Croats were at it again; this time in Liechtenstein during a friendly warmup for the upcoming World Cup 2014 qualifier with Serbia in September. The Vatreni started with a strong lineup, which included regulars Pletikosa, Srna, Ćorluka, Rakitić, Modrić, Olić and Mandžukić. Possession and control was kept by Croatia early in the game with not much … [Read more...] about Croatia skim by Liechtenstein with double from Eduardo
Luka Modrić talks Real Madrid, Serbia in Los Angeles
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Croatian internationals Luka Modrić and Nikica Jelavić faced off against each other from Dodger Stadium in Los angeles, California Saturday night in the 2013 Guinness International Champions Cup semifinal round. Modrić received the start for Real Madrid while Everton striker Nikica Jelavić came on at halftime. With Everton down 2-1 in the 62nd minute, Jelavić … [Read more...] about Luka Modrić talks Real Madrid, Serbia in Los Angeles
Croatian Soccer Tyrant Imprisons Fans
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I’ve been told it smells like piss and weed. And I’ve been told it’s a dump, dirty, and dark. I’ve been told there were no bathrooms, and it is full of cops and security. Luckily for me, Stadion Maksimir really lived up to the hype. I made my first journey there on Tuesday to watch my beloved Dinamo Zagreb play in the third qualifying round of the UEFA Champions League. They … [Read more...] about Croatian Soccer Tyrant Imprisons Fans
Mandžukić inks himself in Bayern Starting XI
By 99 CommentsPep Guardiola came into Bayern Munich this year saying that he was NOT going to completely transform Bayern into the German Barcelona. However, after their Audi Cup performance, we're seeing a very different story. The list of what we've seen so far: dominating Barcelona in possession (the first time that has happened to them in 5 years), quick one-twos through the middle, a … [Read more...] about Mandžukić inks himself in Bayern Starting XI
International Champions Cup Comes West
By 50 CommentsJuventus, Everton, Real Madrid, and the LA Galaxy will kick the weekend off with Round 2 of the International Champions Cup. All 3 European teams are using this as a final warm up before pre season and an eventual start to the season in their respective leagues. Mateo Kovacic, Tin Jedvaj, Nikica Jelavic, and Luka Modric are all in town this weekend and Croatiansports.com hopes … [Read more...] about International Champions Cup Comes West
Rukavina goal earns Dinamo win at the death
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It looked as if Dinamo and Sheriff would end Tuesday night's match at Maksimir in a scoreless draw, but substitute Ante Rukavina would score in the 89th minute to give Dinamo Zagreb a 1-0 win in their first leg Champions League third qualifying round match. The former Hajduk and Panathinaikos striker would perfectly head the ball into the lower corner of the net off a cross … [Read more...] about Rukavina goal earns Dinamo win at the death
Croatians Around Europe: Summer Edition VI
By 16 CommentsIvo Karlović celebrates first title since 2010 SOCCER Dinamo Zagreb's Champions League qualification got off to a perfect start with a 5-0 win over Fola Esch. The return leg in Zagreb finished 1-0 in Dinamo's favor. Full Story Here: GNK Dinamo Zagreb 5 – 0 CS Fola Esch (Final) Croatia had three HNL teams in 2nd round Europa League qualification … [Read more...] about Croatians Around Europe: Summer Edition VI
