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Rijeka Bounced Out Of Champions League After Only 2 Qualifying Matches

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Rijeka have been bounced out of Champions League after only two qualifying matches. Questionable refereeing. Plenty of VAR checks. Two shots off the post. Two dumb red cards for Rijeka. They will only have themselves to blame after not scoring in the home leg vs. Bulgarian champs Ludogorec. It just wasn't Rijeka's July across two qualifying matches vs. Ludogorec. Rijeka … [Read more...] about Rijeka Bounced Out Of Champions League After Only 2 Qualifying Matches

Varaždin Beat Portuguese Side Santa Clara, Hajduk Draw Zira In 1st Leg Of Conference League Qualifying

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The Croatian clubs are off in Conference League qualifying before the HNL season kicks off August 3rd. Varaždin pulled off a HUGE win against Portuguese side Santa Clara Thursday night in Croatia; winning 2-1 through Dabro's 85th minute goal in front of a home crowd; which ricocheted off the wall from 32 yards out and spun into goal. Santa Clara finished 5th in Portugal last … [Read more...] about Varaždin Beat Portuguese Side Santa Clara, Hajduk Draw Zira In 1st Leg Of Conference League Qualifying

Rijeka Starts Champions League Qualifying With 0-0 Draw

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Not the start Rijeka were looking for in their return to Champions League qualifying...but also not the end of the world either. The newly crowned Croatian champions kicked off their European season Tuesday night in Rijeka against Bulgarian champs Ludogorets Razgrad in the 2nd round of qualifying. The match ended 0-0 with both clubs having their chances but you would have … [Read more...] about Rijeka Starts Champions League Qualifying With 0-0 Draw

Luka Vušković Is Ready Now: A Star In The Making For Tottenham & Croatia

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Luka Vušković stole the spotlight in his Tottenham debut during the club’s first preseason match of the summer, proving once again why he is one of the most exciting young prospects in world football. The 18-year-old entered the match in the 46th minute against Reading and completely changed it. Just three minutes later, he assisted the opening goal. Four minutes after that, in … [Read more...] about Luka Vušković Is Ready Now: A Star In The Making For Tottenham & Croatia

Modrić Bids Farewell To Real Madrid After 4-0 PSG Thumping

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The day has finally come. Luka Modrić finally bids farewell to Real Madrid and their fans after a legendary stint that spanned 13 seasons. Modrić played his last game for Los Blancos in a 4-0 loss to PSG Wednesday night; coming off the bench late in the 2nd half with the game already out of hand. I get that he wanted to play one more tournament and win one more trophy with Real … [Read more...] about Modrić Bids Farewell To Real Madrid After 4-0 PSG Thumping

Rising Croatian Midfielder Lovro Chelfi Set to Join Barcelona

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Barcelona are set to sign 18-year-old Croatian attacking midfielder Lovro Chelfi, according to Fabrizio Romano. Chelfi will join Barcelona Atlètic, the club’s B team, which will play in Spain’s fourth division next season after being relegated. Chelfi had drawn interest from several Premier League clubs, including Arsenal, but Barcelona have moved quickly to secure the deal. … [Read more...] about Rising Croatian Midfielder Lovro Chelfi Set to Join Barcelona

Rakitić Retires: The Most Under Appreciated Footballer In History

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Earlier this week, Ivan Rakitić officially announced his retirement from professional football, closing the book on a career that deserves far more celebration than it ever received. The Croatian midfielder, who quietly returned to Hajduk Split to finish his career, has now stepped away from the pitch at age 37. In doing so, he leaves behind a legacy of grace, grit, and gross … [Read more...] about Rakitić Retires: The Most Under Appreciated Footballer In History

Marco Pašalić For Right Wing! Change My Mind

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Here we go! I am officially nominating myself as president of the 'Marco Pašalić Right Wing 2026' campaign! For nearly half a decade, the Vatreni half lacked a 2-sided attack down the wings. Perišić + Rebić was the last time Croatia had a duo who could run at opposing defenses. Now that Ivan Perišić has surely shut up any doubters (including me) since returning from major knee … [Read more...] about Marco Pašalić For Right Wing! Change My Mind

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