Mateo Kovačić returned from a back muscle strain Sunday, coming off the bench in the 87', of a wild 3-3 draw between Manchester City and Tottenham. Spurs would equalize in the 90', however, a Jack Grealish break away at the death was called back due to a Spurs foul. City should have been awarded an "advantage" on the play, however, the referee incorrectly blew the play dead. … [Read more...] about Croatians Around Europe 13: Kovačić Returns In Chaotic Finish, Budimir Assists
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Croatia Drawn With Spain, Albania, Italy In Euro 2024 ‘Group of Death’!
By 76 CommentsThe Euro 2024 'Group of Death' is upon us and Croatia will be part of the madness! The Vatreni will open up against Spain in a UEFA Nations League Final rematch on June 15th in Berlin. This will be a high-profile affair with Luka Modrić facing off against many of his Real Madrid teammates...maybe for the last time. Then Croatia play Albania in Hamburg before wrapping up … [Read more...] about Croatia Drawn With Spain, Albania, Italy In Euro 2024 ‘Group of Death’!
Dinamo Beats Astana 4th Time This Year To Keep Conference League Campaign Alive
By 12 CommentsDinamo Zagreb defeated Astana for a fourth time this year to keep their Conference League campaign alive. A Zagorac penalty shot save in the 12th minute helped Dinamo set the tone for the rest of the match as they settled in. Gabriel Vidović would open the match scoring in the 48th minute with a cool, calm placement of his shot from inside the box. Kaneko would seal the deal in … [Read more...] about Dinamo Beats Astana 4th Time This Year To Keep Conference League Campaign Alive
Will Vlašić Learn To Harness This Power Internationally?
By 36 CommentsNikola Vlašić had an absolute wunder-strike from 21 yards out today for Torino. I mean, he absolutely put his boot right through the poor ball on a missile that didn't move until it hit the back of the net. Unfortunately, after a lengthy VAR review, the goal was called back for offside. It appeared one of his Torino teammates was blocking the way of the Bologna keeper while … [Read more...] about Will Vlašić Learn To Harness This Power Internationally?
Croatians Around Europe 12: Modrić Assists In Real Madrid Win, Bjelica Named Union Berlin Manager
By 56 CommentsLuka Modrić played 70 minutes Sunday in a 3-0 victory over Cadiz. However, he was taken off with an apparent quad issue which will need to be monitored this week. Modrić received a 7.0 rating from Goal.com as he had "A composed performance in the middle of the park. Unlucky not to score after lashing one off the post. Removed with an apparent quad issue. Still wonderful to … [Read more...] about Croatians Around Europe 12: Modrić Assists In Real Madrid Win, Bjelica Named Union Berlin Manager
Episode 12: Euro 2024 Ticket Punched
By 84 CommentsAPPLE PODCAST LINK Ante, Zorić, and Pete breakdown Croatia's 1-0 win over Armenia to punch their ticket to Euro 2024 and what changes need to be made before the tournament kicks off. Kovačić needs to be benched moving forward and we need to see more of Šimić, Pašalić, Sučić and Baturina during March friendlies. … [Read more...] about Episode 12: Euro 2024 Ticket Punched
Euro 2024 Draw: Croatia In Pot 3
By 42 CommentsHere we go! My favorite time of the year: DRAW TIME! The Euro 2024 draw will take place December 2nd. Croatia have been placed in Pot 3 because they finished 2nd in group behind Turkey in qualifying with 16 points. UEFA is no longer using FIFA rankings to conduct the draw; rather total points earned in qualifying. I personally like this moving forward as it will keep teams … [Read more...] about Euro 2024 Draw: Croatia In Pot 3
OFFICIAL: Cardiac Croatians Punch Ticket To Euro 2024!
By 147 CommentsIt wasn't a pretty last four games of qualifying, but nonetheless, the "Cardiac Croatians" got the job done and have qualified for Euro 2024 next summer in Germany. The Vatreni simply needed a win against Armenia Tuesday night in Zagreb, and they got it (1-0) through a 43' Ante Budimir header (Sosa cross) to get the job done. However, it was anything but an stress-free match as … [Read more...] about OFFICIAL: Cardiac Croatians Punch Ticket To Euro 2024!
Final Match Day: How Croatia Qualifies For Euro 2024
By 49 CommentsAfter a catastrophic October for Croatia, where the Vatreni lost both Euro 2024 qualifiers to Turkey and Wales, Modrić and his troops are once again back on track to qualify directly for next summer's tournament in Germany as they control their own destiny after Saturday's results. So what has to happen Tuesday night when Croatia host Armenia and Wales host Turkey at 2:45PM … [Read more...] about Final Match Day: How Croatia Qualifies For Euro 2024