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Lovren Scores On Boxing Day, Liverpool Remain In 1st

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In case you missed it while still going strong with Christmas activities on Wednesday, Dejan Lovren scored a fantastic half-volley to put Liverpool on the board in the 11th minute versus Newcastle United in a 4-0 victory. Lovren wound up and struck hard in the box to beat the Newcastle keeper high. With the win and a Manchester City loss on Boxing Day, the Reds are now six … [Read more...] about Lovren Scores On Boxing Day, Liverpool Remain In 1st

Croatians Around Europe XVI

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A Ronaldo-less Real Madrid won their third straight FIFA Club World Cup on Saturday, beating hosts - and Zoran Mamić managed Al Ain - 4-1. Luka Modrić opened up the scoring in the 14th minute with a  wonderful left-footed curler from outside the box and added an assist later in the match during the victory. Modrić fittingly ends his 2018 with more silverware in a year in which … [Read more...] about Croatians Around Europe XVI

Modrić To Messi: “I’m The Best In La Liga…Pay Your Taxes!”

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Luka Modrić is on top of the football world after a dream 2018. With that comes trophies, recognition, and of course, cartoons. BleacherReportFootball's "The Champions" series brought us satire humor at its finest this Champions League season. In the finale, Modrić goes up against Lionel Messi and tells him that he (Modrić) is the best in La Liga and that Messi … [Read more...] about Modrić To Messi: “I’m The Best In La Liga…Pay Your Taxes!”

3 3/4 Croatians To Play In Champions League Knockout Round

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The Champions League Round of 16 is set! And just in case you forgot, Croatian players have quite the impressive streak to defend. Since Mario Mandžukić lifted the Champions League Cup with Bayern Munich in 2013, a Croatian player has lifted it in six straight years. Modrić in 2014. Rakitić in 2015. Modrić 2016-18. This year's tournament could make it … [Read more...] about 3 3/4 Croatians To Play In Champions League Knockout Round

HNL Week 18 – The Mid-Season Break Begins

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Dinamo Zagreb and Hajduk Split capped off the first half of the season with a classic derby at Maksimir. League-leaders Dinamo came away victorious after Damian Kadžior hit a stunning free kick from 30 yards out to beat the hopelessly-diving Hajduk goal keeper. The lone goal was all that was needed in the contentious meeting between and Hajduk will be … [Read more...] about HNL Week 18 – The Mid-Season Break Begins

Croatians Around Europe XV

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Don't look now, but Croatia's favorite villain from the World Cup is on a hot streak. Nikola Kalinić scored his third goal in his last four matches (all competitions) in Atletico Madrid's 3-2 victory over Real Valladolid. Atletico currently sit competitively in third place and will be a force to reckon with doen the La Liga final stretch. Kalinić is playing well and Croatia … [Read more...] about Croatians Around Europe XV

Dinamo Finish Europa League With Undefeated Record, Knockout Round Draw Next

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Dinamo Zagreb finished their Europa League campaign with an unbeaten 4-0-2 record after a 0-0 draw against Anderlecht Thursday night at Maksimir. The match was a mere technicality for the reigning Croatian champions as they were already set to top the group. Now Dinamo look forward to the Europa League Round of 32 Knockout Round draw on Monday. Dinamo will be on the … [Read more...] about Dinamo Finish Europa League With Undefeated Record, Knockout Round Draw Next

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