With European group stage games ending this week and the knockout rounds of Champions League and Europa League resuming after the winter break, let's breakdown which Croatian internationals will have a chance to lift some silverware when the second half of the season restarts in 2014. Luka Modrić scored a beauty from outside the box Tuesday in Real Madrid's 2-0 win over … [Read more...] about Modrić shines in European closers
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Croatians Around Europe *XII*
By 178 CommentsGermany Photo: Reuters/Fabian Bimmer Should Ivica Olić start against Iceland? The former Dinamo Zagreb striker, scored a breathtaking game winning goal in the 69th minute of play against Borusiia Dortmund on Saturday. The Croatian international cut left from the right side and blasted home a left-footed strike past a diving Roman Weindenfeller off the far post. The … [Read more...] about Croatians Around Europe *XII*
Mandžukić strikes again, Madrid & Shakhtar held
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Mario Mandžukić came off the bench for Bayern Munich in the 59th minute of a scorless match against Viktoria Plzen, only to meet Philip Lahm's cross with his head six minutes later. It would be the game's only goal as Bayern remain perfect in Champions League group play while Mandza shows his worth. With the win, Bayern have clinched their spot in the knockout round … [Read more...] about Mandžukić strikes again, Madrid & Shakhtar held
El Clásico: Time for Modrić to shine
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The first edition of this year's El Clasico kicks of this Saturday (12 PM ET) from Camp Nou in Barcelona as storied Spanish rivals Barcelona and Real Madrid meet once again. And with Barcelona's absolute dismantling of La Liga in 2012-13, Luka Modrić and company have much to prove in domestic play if they will contend for both the Spanish title and Champions League crown this … [Read more...] about El Clásico: Time for Modrić to shine
Munich & Madrid win, Shakhtar crushed in Deutschland
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Photo: FC Bayern Mario Mandžukić and Bayern Munich made quick work of Czech champions Viktoria Plzen Wednesday night, winning 5-0 from the Allianz Arena. Mandžukić received the start and played 71 minutes in the victory before coming off for Claudio Pizarro. Mandza assisted on Bayern's 2nd goal as he headed down to David Alaba who did all the work, taking on a defender and … [Read more...] about Munich & Madrid win, Shakhtar crushed in Deutschland
Champions League Day 2
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Mario Mandžukić was given the night off, staying on the bench, as Bayern Munich steam rolled Manchester City 3-1 Wednesday night in Manchester. Goals from Ribery, Muller and Robben gave reigning Champions League title holders Bayern complete control before Alvaro Negredo added a late 79th minute goal to break up the shutout. With the win, Bayern lead Group D by three … [Read more...] about Champions League Day 2
Goodbye, Nikica Jelavić…
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Well, at least until 2014. Croatian striker Nikica Jelavić was benched Monday night for 20 year-old Chelsea loaner Romelu Lukaku. After only one assist and zero goals in the first five games of the season, Jelavić rode the pine Monday night as Everton defeated Newcastle United 3-2. But what's more important is what his replacement, Lukaku, did. The future Belgian star … [Read more...] about Goodbye, Nikica Jelavić…
Croatians Around Europe *V*
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Germany Photo: Reuters: MICHAEL DALDER Bayern Munich took the first half off then scored two second half goals to beat Hannover 2-0. Former Dinamo Zagreb striker, "Super Mario Mandžukić" capitalized on Bayern's 68% possession and scored the opening goal just six minutes after the break. Mario seemed to be in the right place at the right time as he calmly left … [Read more...] about Croatians Around Europe *V*
Petrić signs with West Ham United
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Your favorite bow-wielding striker is staying in London. After his first year in the Premiership with Fulham FC, Mladen Petrić has signed with West Ham United on a free transfer for the 2013-14 season. Lead striker Andy Carroll is injured which can very well see Petrić get a nod in Sam Allardyce's starting XI. The 32 year-old Petrić has previously played for Basel, … [Read more...] about Petrić signs with West Ham United
