Luka Modrić and AC Milan faced Inter and Petar Sučić in the Derby della Madonnina, with Milan coming away with a 1–0 win. Ante Budimir scored a last second 94' minute goal for Osasuna to force a 2-2 draw vs. Mallorca Saturday. Luka Vušković won two penalties and converted one for Hamburg in their 2–1 win vs Wolfsburg, earning the MOTM. Martin Baturina returned from an … [Read more...] about The Weekend Water Cooler: Vušković, Baturina, Budimir All Score
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2026 Marco Pašalić Goal Tracker: #1
By 50 CommentsMarco Pašalić opened up his 2026 MLS account Sunday night vs. Messi and Inter Miami in a 4-2 loss. Pašalić took the ball down at the top of the box and fired away to make it 1-0. But I think we can all agree the goalie should have done better. Nonetheless, his first goal of the young MLS season as the Croatian winger has now scored in every game played against Miami. Why is … [Read more...] about 2026 Marco Pašalić Goal Tracker: #1
Croatians Around Europe 26: Perišić Converts Penalty In PSV Win, Modrić Shines In Late Milan Win
By 49 CommentsIvan Perišić scored a penalty in PSV's 3-1 win over Heracles. He received a 7.1 SofaScore rating for his efforts after scoring his 5th goal of the season. PSV is cruising along for the Eredivisie title keeping their double-digit lead on 2nd place Feyenoord. Luka Modrić and AC Milan left it late to score both goals in 90+ minute to beat Cremonese 2-0 Saturday. Modrić … [Read more...] about Croatians Around Europe 26: Perišić Converts Penalty In PSV Win, Modrić Shines In Late Milan Win
Atalanta Complete Stunning Comeback vs. Borussia Dortmund, Pašalić Delivers Crucial Header
By 44 CommentsMario Pašalić scored the go-ahead header as Atalanta came back from a two-goal deficit to eliminate manager Niko Kovač and Borussia Dortmund from the Champions League. After losing 2–0 in the first leg, Atalanta responded with a 4–1 victory today to complete a huge comeback. Pašalić rose above the defence at a crucial moment, completing the dramatic turnaround. Pašalić also … [Read more...] about Atalanta Complete Stunning Comeback vs. Borussia Dortmund, Pašalić Delivers Crucial Header
Croatians Around Europe 25: Kramarić, Budimir, Perišić, DCC All Score; Baturina Subbed Out With Ankle Injury
By 106 CommentsAnte Kramarić scored his 10th Bundesliga goal of the season Saturday in a 2-2 draw vs. Koln. He headed home a shit off the crossbar that just crossed the line by an inch before the Koln goalie swatted it out. Krama now has 10G/4A in 23 Bundesliga matches this season as Hoffenheim remain in 3rd spot for a Champions League berth next campaign. Absolute cinderella of a season … [Read more...] about Croatians Around Europe 25: Kramarić, Budimir, Perišić, DCC All Score; Baturina Subbed Out With Ankle Injury
Champions League Playoff Round Leg 1: Kovač Gets Job Done vs. Atalanta
By 36 CommentsA pretty quiet night all around for Croatians in the Champions League playoff round. The one thing to mention is that Niko Kovač has his Borussia Dortmund side with one foot in the door for the Round of 16. Should they defend their 2-goal lead vs. Atalanta, the German side would then play either Arsenal or Bayern Munich in the next round. Kovač was rumored to be in line to take … [Read more...] about Champions League Playoff Round Leg 1: Kovač Gets Job Done vs. Atalanta
Croatians Around Europe 24: Modrić Scores Winner vs. Pisa, Vlašić Nets Goal #6
By 95 CommentsLuka Modrić scored an 85' winner for AC Milan Friday night in a slim 2-1 victory over Pisa on the road. The midfield maestro played a messy give-n-go with Ricci which somehow missed all the Pisa defenders in the box. Modrić would find himself wide open from seven yards out to poke home the winner. The victory now moves AC Milan back to five points behind leaders Inter Milan … [Read more...] about Croatians Around Europe 24: Modrić Scores Winner vs. Pisa, Vlašić Nets Goal #6
Croatians Around Europe 23: Budimir Scores In 4th Straight Match; Krama, Sučić Hit Back Of The Net Too
By 204 CommentsAnte Budimir scored La Liga goal #11 in Osasuna's 2-1 win over Celta Vigo Friday night. Budimir has now scored in four straight matches after his wonderful header from the middle of the box. It is his patented redirection in the box. Budimir is dangerous in the box with his head if he can get the proper crosses from the wings. He is now on pace to finish the La Liga season with … [Read more...] about Croatians Around Europe 23: Budimir Scores In 4th Straight Match; Krama, Sučić Hit Back Of The Net Too
Winter Window Watch: Croatian Transfers
By 4 CommentsA busy winter window for Croatian players, with both established names and young talents making moves across Europe. Several took important steps forward this window. • Adriano Jagušić: Slaven Belupo → Panathinaikos (€5.2m + €800k add-ons, 20% sell-on)• Branimir Mlačić: Hajduk Split → Udinese (€4.5m)• Franko Kovačević: Celje → Ferencvárosi (€3m)• Dominik Livaković: … [Read more...] about Winter Window Watch: Croatian Transfers










