Croatians Around Europe

Šime 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

Marcelo 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

Andrej 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

Chelsea absolutely destroyed Norwich City 7-0 Saturday afternoon. Mateo Kovačić had a huge game with two assists and an impressive 9.1 rating in his 90 minutes on the pitch. Chelsea will remain in 1st place in England through the first nine matches of the season with the win. "Kova was lively in midfield throughout - and provided a lovely assist for the second goal, a … [Read more...] about Croatians Around Europe VIII: Kovačić Shines For Chelsea, Brekalo Scores Winner For Torino

There was tons of action for Croatians in Champions League this week! Atalanta's Mario Pašalić scored the opener at Old Trafford vs. Manchester United Wednesday night with a sharp tap-in right in front of goal. Atalanta would take a 2-0 lead against the Red Devils, however, Man United would roar back to a 3-2 victory capped off by an 81st minute winning header by Cristiano … [Read more...] about Champions League Week 3: Pašalic Scores At Old Trafford, Modrić With Silky Smooth Assist

Bayern Munich II’s 17 year-old Croatian Gabriel Vidović is on fire! Vidović scored a brilliant goal Tuesday night for Bayern II in a 1-1 draw against Bayreuth. The teenage attacking midfielder now has nine goals and seven assists in 15 matches for his side. According to Kicker, a popular German media outlet, Vidović has impressed Bayern Munich’s staff with his performances this … [Read more...] about Gabriel Vidović: Bayern Munich’s Newest Gem

Ivan Perišić made Serie A history on Saturday when he opened up the scoring from the penalty spot in Inter Milan's 3-1 loss to Lazio. Perišić is the first Serie A player (since the data was collected) to convert a penalty shot with both feet in a league game, SempreInter reports. His left foot has always been favored but he decided to take this shot with his right. Why? We can … [Read more...] about Croatians Around Europe VII: Perišić Makes History, Krama With 2 Assists, Lovren A Liability?

Ivan Perišić assisted on Inter Milan's equalizer against Sassuolo on Saturday as the reigning Italian champions came back to win 2-1. Perišić placed an absolutely perfect 'one bouncer' pass from the sideline to the head of Edin Dzeko. The cross was right on the 6-yard box which made the Sassuolo keeper stay home on the play. Marcelo Brozović played 90 minutes of the match … [Read more...] about Croatians Around Europe VI: Perišić, Gvardiol With Perfect Assists; Pašalić Scores