Germany Andrej Kramarić came through big time for Hoffenheim once again this Friday, scoring a brace in their 3-1 win at Hertha Berlin. Kramarić's first came in the 39th minute, when he slotted home a penalty to level the score at 1-1. He added an insurance goal for his side in the 86th minute, tapping home a well-hit Sandro Wagner cross to double their lead to … [Read more...] about Croatians Around Europe *XXV*
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Croatians Galore In Champions League Quarters
By 37 CommentsTwo fantastic matches are upon us as Luka Modrić and Real Madrid will have their hands full with Bayern Munich while three Croatians will go at it in the Barcelona v. Juventus matchup. Who would you like to see progress? And why? Croatian supporters have been spoiled the past half decade when it comes to Champions League. A Croatian international has … [Read more...] about Croatians Galore In Champions League Quarters
Croatians Around Europe *XXIII*
By 45 CommentsGermany Andrej Kramarić scored a stunning goal to give Hoffenheim a 1-1 draw wiith Freiburg on Saturday. Kramarić picked up the ball on the edge of the area in the 60th minute, shifted it onto his right foot, and curled it beautifully into the far corner from about 20 yards out. In addition to the goal, Kramarić had 4 other shots and created three chances before … [Read more...] about Croatians Around Europe *XXIII*
Rakitić Inks New Deal With Barca Until 2021
By 6 CommentsIvan Rakitić has extended his stay in Barcelona, signing an extension with the Catalan club until 2021, SkySports reported. The Croatian midfielder signed the new contract on Friday, March 10th, which marked his 29th birthday. It looked as if Barcelona were a sinking ship only weeks ago when they were all but out of Champions League with a 4-0 first leg loss to PSG and being a … [Read more...] about Rakitić Inks New Deal With Barca Until 2021
Vrsaljko, Gabi Save Torres In Freak Accident
By 13 CommentsCroatian defender Šime Vrsaljko and Atletico Madrid teammate Gabi may have saved the life of Fernando Torres Thursday night. The Atletico striker took a tumble in the air and landed straight on his head causing him to choke on his own tongue, the Sun reported. Vrsaljko and Gabi quickly ran over to operate and make sure Torres could breath. Doctors say it was the … [Read more...] about Vrsaljko, Gabi Save Torres In Freak Accident
Subašić Shellacked In Manchester
By 16 CommentsIt wasn't pretty for Croatia's #1 Tuesday night in Manchester. The French Ligue 1 leaders picked up a tough draw in the Champions League Round of 16 with Danijel Subašić and company knowing they would need to be at their absolute best to get past Manchester City. It was looking 'okay' for Monaco early as Falcao quickly equalized the game at 1-1 in the 32nd minute off … [Read more...] about Subašić Shellacked In Manchester
Croatians Around Europe *XX*
By 55 CommentsGermany Photo: Bild Andrej Kramarić won himself back a spot as starting striker with a fine two goal performance to lift Hoffenheim to a 2-0 win over Darmstadt on Saturday. Kramarić came on up top in the 50th minute and did it all for Hoffenheim, firing away 5 shots (4 on target), creating 2 chances, and completing 15/15 passes. Kramarić broke the deadlock in … [Read more...] about Croatians Around Europe *XX*
Barcelona: Tenim Un Problema
By 15 CommentsOh boy. In one of the most unexpected and frankly lopsided results in Champions League history, mighty Barcelona was shut out and humiliated 4-0 by PSG Tuesday night in Paris. It was the start of the Round of 16 knockout matches, and boy did we get a shocker. For the past decade, Barcelona have been a juggernaut in the footballing world. They have not only been one … [Read more...] about Barcelona: Tenim Un Problema
Halilović Joins Las Palmas On Loan
By 44 CommentsThe kid is back on the move! And it may not be for the better. 20 year-old Alen Halilović was shipped back to Spain this week after a horrendous first half of the season in the Bundesliga at Hamburg. This past summer, Barcelona sold their wunderkind to Hamburg for €5.5 milion, however, he has not received any playing time since October. Although Barcelona … [Read more...] about Halilović Joins Las Palmas On Loan