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So what the hell happened to Croatia during EURO 2020? And more importantly, what the hell happened to our beloved Vatreni over the past three years? And how does Marcelo Brozović’s “ice packed” wrist at training during EURO 2020 reveal the answer?  Since reaching the pinnacle of global football – playing in the World Cup Final – Croatia has become an absolute dumpster … [Read more...] about Croatia’s EURO 2020: What Really Happened

...little Croatia played on the world's largest stage - the World Cup Final. Croatian sports has had some monumental moments over the past three decades. And even though we didn't lift the trophy, this has to be the greatest sporting achievement in Croatia's history. It's not easy to get to a World Cup Final. Eight countries have won it and only 13 nations have played in … [Read more...] about 3 Years Ago Today…

After an average showing at Euro 2020 and lots of locker room drama for Croatia, it's evident the squad is in need of a major rebuild. Thankful for the Vatreni, this current generation of youth talent is the most outstanding the nation has ever seen - by far. After compiling a list of 120 Croatian talents to keep an eye on with Markus, here are 5 young players that could really … [Read more...] about Croatian Young Guns To Watch For After EURO 2020

Another tournament. Same problem. After Croatia's 5-3 loss to Spain in extra time earlier in the week, AC Milan winger Ante Rebić took to Instagram to voice his frustration. In a post he later deleted, Rebić said, "The Croatian national team has been crap for the past 2-3 years." Thanks Captain Obvious! But you're actually on the team and can do something about it. … [Read more...] about Rebić Was This Year’s Nikola Kalinić

I have a bittersweet feeling about yesterday's 5-3 loss to Spain in extra time. The loss definitely stings, but if you're going to exit a tournament - that was the way - the way the Vatreni did it in Copenhagen. Down 3-1 with five minutes left in the match, Croatia found fortitude and strength from super subs Orišić and Pašalić to equalize the match in the dying moments. Spain … [Read more...] about Croatia Exit EURO 2020: The Morning After

Croatia run out of gas in extra time against Spain after scoring two miracle goals in the last 5 minutes of the match to tie it up 3-3. Spain win 5-3 in what will be the EURO 2020 ‘Match of the Tournament’. The boys have to hold their heads up high after that match. Imagine if Kramarić bags that goal in extra time.  Was this Luka’s last match in checkers? HRVATSKA XI: … [Read more...] about Croatia Run Out Of Gas In Extra Time After Miracle Comeback Over Spain

After beating Scotland 3-1 in the final match of the group stage, Croatia’s team spirit appears to be at its best since 2018. The Vatreni will be hoping to continue their convincing offensive form against Spain; another European powerhouse struggling to find consistency. Dejan Lovren will be missing the Round of 16 match due a yellow card accumulation, and will likely be … [Read more...] about Croatia vs. Spain: 24 Hours Away