Mario Pašalić is currently Europe's best midfielder. After netting a hat trick for Atalanta in their 4-0 thrashing of Venezia on Tuesday, Pašalić now has more goal contributions than any other midfielder in Europe's top five leagues this season. In only 15 matches played, the 26 year-old has seven goals and five assists, exceeding all expectations set for him at the … [Read more...] about Mario Pašalić Is The Best Midfielder In Europe Right Now…Seriously
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Croatians Around Europe XII: Sosa Scores Winner From Impossible Angle, Kramarić Assists
By 49 CommentsBorna Sosa scored the game winner for Stuttgart off an impossible angle Friday night in a 2-1 victory over Mainz. Sosa ran down the left flank and looked as if his only move was to cross the ball. Instead, he ripped a shot off the bottom of the crossbar for the goal. We all gave Sosa shit for choosing Germany over Croatia earlier in the year - deservedly so. But this guy is … [Read more...] about Croatians Around Europe XII: Sosa Scores Winner From Impossible Angle, Kramarić Assists
Champions League Week 5: Grbić With Clean Sheet; Pašalić, Rakitić Assist
By 17 CommentsNew Croatia #1 goalkeeper, Ivo Grbić, and French side Lille were huge winners in Champions League Tuesday night with a 1-0 victory over Luka Sučić's RB Salzburg. Grbić stopped two shots on his way to a clean sheet, which now sees Lille (8 points) at the top of their Champions League group by one point, in front of Salzburg (7 points), Sevilla (6 points), and Wolfsburg (5 … [Read more...] about Champions League Week 5: Grbić With Clean Sheet; Pašalić, Rakitić Assist
Croatians Around Europe XI: Perišić Scores vs. 1st Place Napoli, Pašalić With Brace
By 66 CommentsIn the Serie A 'Game of the Week', Inter Milan defeated 1st place Napoli 3-2 to shrink the lead atop the Italian table. Both Ivan Perišić and Marcelo Brozović got the start for Inter with Perišić heading home a corner a minute before the halftime whistle - that barely crossed the goal line. With the win, Inter now trail Napoli by four points for the lead in Italy. Did … [Read more...] about Croatians Around Europe XI: Perišić Scores vs. 1st Place Napoli, Pašalić With Brace
Has Lovro Majer Earned His Spot Against The Russians?
By 38 CommentsThe recent injuries of Mateo Kovačić and Josip Brekalo have troubled the selection process for the upcoming two matches. Nikola Vlašić’s poor run of form has opened up the lineup even more, leaving a spot in midfield and the right-wing, open for the taking. One young star who has stepped into the limelight is Stade Rennais’ midfielder, Lovro Majer. Coming off a recent … [Read more...] about Has Lovro Majer Earned His Spot Against The Russians?
Croatians Around Europe X: Vrsaljko Scores 1st La Liga Goal, Gvardiol With Master Assist, Majer Has Career Game
By 26 CommentsŠime Vrsaljko came on for Kieran Trippier in the eighth minute of play on Sunday and made the most of his rare time on the pitch with 'Man of the Match' honors and his first career La Liga goal. Vrsaljko received an 8.1 rating (FOTMOB) as he "replaced Trippier on eight minutes. The best performance from an Atlético right-back this season. Sound defensively, and rewarded for his … [Read more...] about Croatians Around Europe X: Vrsaljko Scores 1st La Liga Goal, Gvardiol With Master Assist, Majer Has Career Game
Champions League Day 4: Brozović Scores, Lille Defeat Sevilla After Grbić Gaffe
By 13 CommentsMarcelo Brozović opened the scoring for Inter Milan Wednesday night in a 3-1 victory over Sheriff Tiraspol and received 'Man of the Match' honors for his efforts with a 9.1 rating (FOTMOB). With the game scoreless in the 54th minute, Brozović ripped a low shot from 18 yards out that "nutmegged" a Sheriff defender before hitting the back of the net. The win puts Inter Milan and … [Read more...] about Champions League Day 4: Brozović Scores, Lille Defeat Sevilla After Grbić Gaffe
Why Does Nikola Vlašić Have A Larger Role In The National Team Than Lovro Majer?
By 22 CommentsDue to star midfielder Mateo Kovačić’s recent injury, a spot has just been opened in Croatia’s midfield. The obvious replacements are Nikola Vlašić or Mario Pašalić in an attacking midfield role, with the likes of Josip Brekalo or Nikola Vlašić on the right side. I’d like to propose an alternative. His name is Lovro Majer. We’ve all heard his name and know him as a talented … [Read more...] about Why Does Nikola Vlašić Have A Larger Role In The National Team Than Lovro Majer?
Croatians Around Europe IX: Kramarić Scores Winner, Modrić Assists In Real Madrid Victory
By 32 CommentsAndrej Kramarić scored the game winner for Hoffenheim in a 2-0 victory over Hertha Berlin Friday night. Following a 'dummy' from his teammate in the box in the 20', Krama slotted home an open shot past the keeper through a deflection. This is Krama's second Bundesliga goal of the season as we enter the international break vs. Malta and Russia in two weeks. It should only build … [Read more...] about Croatians Around Europe IX: Kramarić Scores Winner, Modrić Assists In Real Madrid Victory










