Croatians Around Europe

Andrej Kramarić finally got back on the scoresheet for Hoffenheim when he equalized against Wolfsburg in 1st half injury time for his first Bundesliga goal of the season. Krama found a loose ball in the box following a corner and cooly headed it home under the crossbar. Hoffenheim would beat Wolfsburg 3-1. This goal was a long time coming as Kramarić has been cold to start the … [Read more...] about Croatians Around Europe V: Kramarić Scores 1st Goal Of Bundesliga Season, Sučić Assists Twice

The 26 year old winger has now bagged 2 goals in his last 2 matches (29 total minutes played) as a super sub for Italian club Torino. Replacing fellow Croat, Josip Brekalo, Pjaca has been a different beast lately. His combination of smarts, size and skill have allowed him to perform dominantly in recent times. The sample size of a mere 29 minutes is quite small, but might this … [Read more...] about Super-Sub Heroics From Marko “The Joker” Pjaca…Again

While some Croatian players are keeping themselves out of the good graces of manager, Zlatko Dalić, (errrrm...Ante Rebić) others are trying to get themselves back in. Šime Vrsaljko has been quiet on the football pitch with injuries since helping solidify the Croatian backline at the 2018 World Cup. He's currently playing second fiddle off the bench for Atletico Madrid and has … [Read more...] about Vratija Se Šime! Vrsaljko Assists On Atletico Winner

It's happening! Mateo Kovačić and Chelsea are absolutely cruising in the young Premiership season with 13/15 points. Kova played the full 90 minutes for Chelsea on Sunday in a 3-0 win over Tottenham Hotspur. Kovačić received a 7/10 grade as he was "Pulled out of position on a few occasions by Ndombele and struggled to keep up with the Frenchman. Better after the break as he and … [Read more...] about Croatians Around Europe IV: Kovačić Shines Again For Chelsea, Rebić Heating Up For AC Milan

Overall, it was a very successful week for Croatians in European play. The week began with a “passing of the torch” moment between Vatreni legend Ivan Rakitić and 19 year-old future star Luka Sučić. In the 21st minute of their matchup, Sučić converted a penalty to give Red Bull Salzburg a 1-0 lead over Sevilla. Although Sučić missed another penalty opportunity later in the … [Read more...] about Croatians Around CL/Europa League: Week 1

Tuesday Matches: Mateo Kovačić receives 8.1 rating as Chelsea defeat Zenit St. Petersburg 1-0 19 year-old wunderkind Luka Sučić converts his 1st penalty and hits the post on his 2nd attempt for RB Salzburg. Ivan Rakitić converts his penalty for Sevilla as the game ends 1-1. There were four 1st half penalties in this match. Two were made. Mario Pašalić comes off the … [Read more...] about Champions League Returns! Week 1: Sučić, Rakitić Hit From The Spot, Rebić Scores vs. Liverpool

Luka Modrić returns from a groin injury and plays 79 minutes in Real Madrid's 5-2 victory over Celta Vigo. Modrić received a 7/10 grade in his return as he "Showed his class with some terrific long-ranged passes. The creative heartbeat of his team." Mateo Kovačić assists Lukaku with wonderful through-ball and adds a goal as Chelsea beat Aston Villa 3-0 Ante Rebić … [Read more...] about Croatians Around Europe III: Kovačić Explodes With Goal, Assist; Rebić Assists Zlatan

Luka Modrić remains sidelined with thigh injury as Real Madrid face Betis Saturday, ruled out for all three September Croatia World Cup qualifiers Mateo Kovačić comes on at halftime for 10-man Chelsea in 1-1 draw vs. Liverpool. "Kovačić came on at half time and was fantastic in both attack and defence, helping his side get up the pitch. The Croatian could've been the hero, … [Read more...] about Croatians Around Europe II: Kovačić Shines For 10-Man Chelsea

Luka Modrić ruled out on Sunday with a thigh injury as Real Madrid draw Levante 3-3 Mateo Kovačić plays 72 minutes as Chelsea defeat Arsenal 2-0 Andrej Kramarić with a beautiful 'through ball' assist as Hoffenheim draw Union Berlin 2-2 Ivan Perišić, Marcelo Brozović both got the start for Inter in a 4-0 win over Genoa Josip Brekalo comes off the bench to assist on … [Read more...] about Croatians Around Europe I: Brekalo Assists On Game Winner, Krama Assists Too