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HNL Kicks off 2017/2018 Season

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Friday saw the return of the HNL for its 27th season (now called the Hrvatski Telekom Prva Liga). Dinamo’s Sammir returned to China, NK Rudeš has joined the Prva Liga, and Inter’s Vlatko Blažević has been called the “New Jamie Vardy” after scoring two goals in his debut. A lot has happened since Rijeka was crowed champions. Keep up with the latest news here. Inter … [Read more...] about HNL Kicks off 2017/2018 Season

Osijek Advaces to Second Round with 6-0 Aggregate Win

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Osijek did what was expected of them. After a lackluster 2-0 win in Andorra last week, Osijek welcoemd Santa Coloma to the Garden City and sent them packing with a 4-0 win. Muzafer Ejupi opened the scoring, but was outdone by Petar Bockaj, who scored twice last night. Borna Barisic scored from the penalty spot and a win was an open and shut … [Read more...] about Osijek Advaces to Second Round with 6-0 Aggregate Win

Croatian Clubs in Europe: What are Their Chances? Osijek v. Santa Coloma

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Osijek are up first. They enter the first round of Europa League qualifying on Thursday against Andorran champions, FC Santa Coloma. I know, not the most prestigious matches on earth, the opening round of a less tournament, but this is crucial for Croatia's growth of the Prva Liga. Osijek will be facing a familiar opponent. The two clubs met each other … [Read more...] about Croatian Clubs in Europe: What are Their Chances? Osijek v. Santa Coloma

Champions and Europa League Qualifying Draws Set

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Real Madrid have barely been champions of Europe for two weeks and the 2017/18 European season is ready to begin. The first and second qualifying rounds have been drawn in both the Champions and Europa Leagues and Croatians have received some very favorable opponents. HNK Rijeka will enter the second round of Champions League qualifying after wining the HNL this … [Read more...] about Champions and Europa League Qualifying Draws Set

Cibalia Secures Safety, 2017 Attendance Figures

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Believe it or not, HNK Cibalia pulled off one of the most unlikely efforts to stave off relegation. After spending an upwards of 15 weeks in last place, and as recently as May 2 lagging behind Split by five points, the club not only ought their way above Split - finishing three points ahead - but also held off HNK Gorica with ease in the promotion/relegation … [Read more...] about Cibalia Secures Safety, 2017 Attendance Figures

Rijeka Secures Double in Cup Win

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The Croatian footballing world has been turned upside down. Not only has Dinamo Zagreb been bested in the HNL, giving up the championship for the first time in 12 years, they also gave way for the new champions, Rijeka, to win the Croatian double on Wednesday by relinquishing the Croatian Cup to them as well. Rijeka have been crowned kings of Croatia twice this month, … [Read more...] about Rijeka Secures Double in Cup Win

Promotion, Relegation, and RNK Split’s Death Notice

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The Croatian Football League promotions and relegations are almost set, but if history tells us anything, they’re never set in stone. A season hasn’t gone by when a team has reached promotion, but failed to secure a license to the league it is promoted to. Though the top four have been solidified in the Prva Liga, the bottom two are all but decided. RNK Split’s … [Read more...] about Promotion, Relegation, and RNK Split’s Death Notice

HISTORY MADE – Rijeka Crowned Champions

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History has been made. HNK Rijeka have clinched the top spot of the table with one wee to spare for the first time in Prva Liga history. Two goals from Mario Gavranovic and goals from Roman Bezjak and Dario Zuparic sealed the fate of the 2016/17 season. Dinamo Zagreb have long been the champions of Croatia, dominating the league title for more than a … [Read more...] about HISTORY MADE – Rijeka Crowned Champions

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