There's trouble in paradise for Ivan Rakitić, kind of. Rakitić may have played his last game for Barcelona, which isn't by any means the end of the world for him. At 32 years of age, Rakitić's best years are behind him - but that doesn't mean he can't add value to another top European side - like Inter Milan. ESPN is reporting that Barcelona are in need of cash as they … [Read more...] about Rakitić To Barcelona: “I Am Not A Sack Of Potatoes!”
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The Future Is Near: Croatia In 5 Years
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Written by Nikola 'Vuki' Vukmanić A lot of people wonder what our national team will look like after our current generation has retired. I have seen a lot of comments debating when the likes of Modrić, Rakitić, and Perišić should retire from the national team and who will replace them. With that being said, let’s take a look five years into the future - just after Euro … [Read more...] about The Future Is Near: Croatia In 5 Years
The Weekend Water Cooler: EURO 2020 Moved To December???
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EURO 2020 UPDATE: UEFA is meeting on Tuesday to discuss when to play the tournament due to the Coronavirus outbreak. The original plan was to move it to the summer of 2021, however, there are rumors to play it this December to allow domestic leagues to finish their seasons, The Telegraph reports. If EURO 2020 gets moved to December, that means we will have two … [Read more...] about The Weekend Water Cooler: EURO 2020 Moved To December???
Pašalić & Atalanta Through To Champions League Quarters
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Mario Pašalić and Atalanta started off their Champions League group stage campaign with three straight losses - which began with a 4-0 thumping at Maksimir by the hands of Dinamo Zagreb. Now, they will be playing in the Champions League quarterfinals. Atalanta have been the definition of persistence this season in Europe. They clawed back to win their last two group … [Read more...] about Pašalić & Atalanta Through To Champions League Quarters
Boban: “I Didn’t Realize We Were In North Korea!”
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Croatia football legend Zvonimir Boban is out as Chief Football Officer at AC Milan, Goal.com reports. Boban has been in the position for just under one year, with the club that he famously played for from 1991-2001. Before CFO at AC Milan, Boban was FIFA's Deputy Secretary General for three years. AC Milan has been a sinking ship all season and could easily be … [Read more...] about Boban: “I Didn’t Realize We Were In North Korea!”
Croatians Around Europe *XXV*
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The Vatreni have finally cooled down. After weeks of Brekalo and Rebić scoring, there wasn't much action this weekend. Luka Modrić had a glimmer of a highlight on Sunday as his Real Madrid side lost 2-1 to Real Betis; relinquishing first place in La Liga back to Barcelona. Modrić played 79 minutes and left with the game tied at 1-1, however made a fantastic run down field to … [Read more...] about Croatians Around Europe *XXV*
Kovačić May Have Achilles Injury
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As of now, the severeness of Mateo Kovačićs injury is unknown, SBnation.com reports. However, during Chelsea's 2-0 FA Cup victory over Liverpool Thursday, Kovačić pulled up with an apparent Achilles injury. Hopefully it's only a sprain as opposed to a tear. From a guy that just ruptured his achilles four months ago, it sucks! The rehab is long and you will never have … [Read more...] about Kovačić May Have Achilles Injury
Croatians Around Europe *XXIV*
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Both Luka Modrić and Ivan Rakitić came off the bench late in the 2nd half for their respective clubs in Real Madrid's 2-0 El Clasico victory Sunday over Barcelona. Modrić came on in the 79th and Rakitić came on in the 81st in minimal roles with Real already up 1-0. Madrid would score an injury time insurance goal which ensured the win and a 1-point lead lead ahead of Barca with … [Read more...] about Croatians Around Europe *XXIV*
Brekalo-ing The Internet
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Brekalo is at it again! The kid can't stop! After scoring a wonderful strike in Europa League last week and a rocket from 28 yards in the Bundesliga this past weekend, the 21 year-old scored against Malmo (again) in their Europa League Round of 32 second leg Thursday night. Brekalo ripped a shot from just outside the box with his right foot to open the scoring in a … [Read more...] about Brekalo-ing The Internet
