NK Osijek fought off Dinamo for an important draw that kept Osijek at the top of the table. An attendance of 5,000 saw Tomislav Radotić score in the 11th minute for Osijek, but the lead was short lived thanks for a 15th minute goal from Soudani. The two goals came only minutes apart, but were the only goals scored in Osijek this weekend. The teams split the … [Read more...] about HNL Week Two: Osijek on Top
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Dinamo Final: 1-1; Hajduk, Lokomotiva, and Rijeka Take Stage
By 113 CommentsAfter Dinamo Zagreb's unfortunate performance last night, drawing 1-1 in their first leg of Champions League play against CS Fola Esch, three other Croatian clubs will be in the spotlight today in efforts to regain the dignity the country deserves in the sport. The second round of Europa League qualifying begins today and kicks off with Hajduk Split playing against … [Read more...] about Dinamo Final: 1-1; Hajduk, Lokomotiva, and Rijeka Take Stage
HNL Returns: Highlights, Stories, and Europa League Updates
By 14 CommentsThe HNL has made its triumphant return this weekend, and started out with the latest installment of the Eternal Derby. Dinamo Zagreb took on Hajduk Split at Maksimir Stadium Sunday and played to a close 1-1 draw. But on Sunday, the match was not at the forefront of thought; Sunday was a day for celebration for not just fans of Dinamo, but for fans of soccer in … [Read more...] about HNL Returns: Highlights, Stories, and Europa League Updates
Mamić Brothers Arrested on Tax Fraud Charges
By 142 CommentsZdravko Mamić and brother Zoran Mamić were arrested today on charges of tax fraud. The brothers were arrested at the Slovenian boarder in Goričan upon returning to Croatian after spending time at the Dinamo Zagreb training camp in Slovenia. Coach Zoran Mamić assured that Dinamo's training will continue under the care of his coaching staff. Director of the … [Read more...] about Mamić Brothers Arrested on Tax Fraud Charges
Champions League, Europa League Draws Complete
By 85 CommentsThe draws of the European tournaments have been set and clubs that hail from Croatia have faired very well and are expected to advance. Dinamo Zagreb was paired up with Luxembourg champions, CS Fola Esch. Dinamo last played the team in Champions League qualifiers two years ago and dominated the team with a 5-0 win. Dinamo will have first honors of … [Read more...] about Champions League, Europa League Draws Complete
HNL Week 36: Relegation, Promotion, and More! Final Week of HNL
By 69 CommentsDinamo Zagreb have become the first team in Croatia’s Prva Liga to remain undefeated through the entire season with their final win coming on Saturday against Rijeka. Two goals by Marko Pjaca and one goal for both Jeremy Taravel and Soudani brought the game to its 4-0 final score, giving Dinamo 88 points on the season and topping the league with ease. Dinamo ended … [Read more...] about HNL Week 36: Relegation, Promotion, and More! Final Week of HNL
Dinamo edge Split in Cup Final
By 56 CommentsThe champions of Croatia have been crowned again. Only weeks after wrapping up the league championship, Dinamo Zagreb beat RNK Split in a fierce battle that ended with Dinamo lifting the Croatian Cup for the 13th time. Split gave a valiant effort and held Dinamo scoreless for 90 minutes and forced the game to go into extra time at Maksimir stadium. After and … [Read more...] about Dinamo edge Split in Cup Final
HNL Week 32 – Dinamo Reign Supreme, Relegation Battle Heats Up
By 93 CommentsThe fight is over -- though it was about as close and predictable as Mayweather-Pacquiao turned out to be -- for the top of the table as Dinamo Zagreb win an unprecedented 10th consecutive Croatian First League title. Only one day before Chesea FC were crowned kings of the English Premier League, Dinamo entered Split to face RNK Split at Park Mladeži and showed no mercy … [Read more...] about HNL Week 32 – Dinamo Reign Supreme, Relegation Battle Heats Up
HNL Update: Weeks 30 and 31
By 3 CommentsA busy week in the HNL has lead to little changes in the standings, but nonetheless provided spectators with several entertaining matches. Dinamo Zagreb faced NK Zadar at Stadium Stanovi last weekend and had to fight hard for a 1-0 victory away from home. Zadar is desperate in their efforts to stay in the Prva Liga, but Dinamo's Marko Pjaca dashed their hopes of … [Read more...] about HNL Update: Weeks 30 and 31