Rebić, Kramarić, and Brekalo have all been on fire this week. And now you can add striker Ante Budimir to that list with two goals Tuesday night in a 3-2 Osasuna win over Cadiz. His first goal was a cool header to the bottom-left corner of the net. Then second was a left-footed curler from 18 yards out. There is zero chance Budimir starts as Croatia's striker at next month's … [Read more...] about Ante Budimir Coming In Hot For EURO 2021
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Sosa Snubs Croatia, FIFA Snubs Sosa. What Now?
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Well, that escalated quickly! And then the sky absolutely fell on Borna Sosa. All in 96 hours. Sosa snubs Croatia and says playing for Germany is a "business decision." FIFA comes backs and say, "Sorry man, you are not eligible to play for Germany." Awkward. So I ask you all this: Would you want Sosa to represent Croatia at the top level after all this? I say yes, … [Read more...] about Sosa Snubs Croatia, FIFA Snubs Sosa. What Now?
Joe Šimunić On Sosa: “It’s disappointing. But you can’t beg someone to play for Croatia.”
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Former Croatian defender (105 caps) and current Croatia U19 manager, Josip Šimunić speaks about Borna Sosa snubbing the Croatian senior side to play for Germany. Joe says, "You can't hold these kids' hands and tell them how good they are playing everyday. You have to wait your turn." Interview available top of website. … [Read more...] about Joe Šimunić On Sosa: “It’s disappointing. But you can’t beg someone to play for Croatia.”
Croatians Around Europe XXXI: Brekalo Nets Hat Trick, Krama & Rebić Score From Outside 18
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Josip Brekalo not only scored three goals for Wolfsburg Saturday in a 3-0 win over Union Berlin, but two were from outside the box with spectacular precision. He couldn't be heating up at a better time with EURO 2021 five weeks away. More importantly for Wolfsburg, the win means they will only need four points from the last two matches in the Bundesliga season to book a … [Read more...] about Croatians Around Europe XXXI: Brekalo Nets Hat Trick, Krama & Rebić Score From Outside 18
Borna Sosa Speaks Out On Snubbing Croatia
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It has been a whirlwind of discussion this weekend regarding 23 year-old Borna Sosa's decision to dump Croatia and get a German passport to play for the 4-time World Cup champions. Sosa was born in Zagreb to Croatian parents. He played three seasons for Dinamo Zagreb before heading to Stuttgart. He has been capped by the Croatia U21 side 19 times. He is regarded as one of the … [Read more...] about Borna Sosa Speaks Out On Snubbing Croatia
Romeo Jozak: Inside Dinamo Zagreb
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Former Dinamo Zagreb Academy Director, Romeo Jozak, had a wonderful piece written on him by FirstTimeFinish this week. In it, he states how this current Dinamo Zagreb side came to be as well as mentoring the likes of Modrić, Mandžukić, and Ćorluka at such a young age. No matter if you are Dinamo, Hajduk, Rijeka, or Osijek; this is a great look in at Croatian football from the … [Read more...] about Romeo Jozak: Inside Dinamo Zagreb
Ivan Šaranić: Druga Liga’s New Star
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After scoring 80 goals in 85 matches for Dinamo Zagreb’s youth teams, Ivan Šaranić has deservedly began his professional career with Dinamo’s second team in the Druga Liga. In his first six professional games, the 17 year-old has scored three goals and provided an assist - carrying his squad out of the league’s relegation zone. This past Saturday, Šaranić scored a brace against … [Read more...] about Ivan Šaranić: Druga Liga’s New Star
Kovačić, Chelsea Headed To CL Final To Face Manchester City
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It will be Kovačić, not Modrić. Even without their injured (thigh) Croatian midfielder, Chelsea disposed of Real Madrid 3-1 on aggregate and have booked their ticket to the Champions League Final in Istanbul on May 29th, where they will meet Manchester City. This will mark the 10th straight CL Final where a Croatian will take part. A Croatian has won the Champions League eight … [Read more...] about Kovačić, Chelsea Headed To CL Final To Face Manchester City
Croatians Around Europe XXX: Inter Milan Kings Of Italy, Vlašić Could Be Out For EURO
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Ivan Perišić, Marcelo, Brozović, and Inter Milan have finally broken up the Juventus dynasty. For the first time in 10 years, there will be a new "scudetto" holder, and it's Inter Milan. Inter defeated Crotone 2-0 on Saturday with Broz playing the full match while Perišić came on for the last 24 minutes. Atalanta drew on Sunday which locked up the title for … [Read more...] about Croatians Around Europe XXX: Inter Milan Kings Of Italy, Vlašić Could Be Out For EURO
