Mandžukić hit the post early and Kalinić would score five minutes from halftime, but Croatia was the better team on the night even with a slim 1-0 victory. The Vatreni were without key starters Vedran Ćorluka, Šime Vrsaljko and Ivan Perišić but still got the job done. Iceland and Turkey both won on the day which means Croatia remains in first place in Group I, three points … [Read more...] about Croatia Defeat Ukraine Behind Kalinić Goal
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How Croatia Should Adjust Without 3 Key Starters Against Ukraine
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World Cup qualifying returns on Friday, as Croatia continues their journey to Russia. It should be a fascinating match against a rejuvenated Ukraine side managed by legendary striker Andriy Shevchenko. Ukraine is currently two points behind Croatia in Group I. For the first time in two years, Croatia will actually play behind their supporters in a competitive game. The lengthy … [Read more...] about How Croatia Should Adjust Without 3 Key Starters Against Ukraine
HNL Week 25
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Dinamo Zagreb ended the weekend with another routine win in Istra, thanks to one goal from Soudani and two goals from Amir Hodžić. Soudani scored first in the 18th minute after some quick footwork and a precision shot that fund the back of the net. Hodžić followed up the goal with one of his own in the 52nd minute. He doubled his tally in the 90th minute and chipped … [Read more...] about HNL Week 25
Croatians Galore In Champions League Quarters
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Two fantastic matches are upon us as Luka Modrić and Real Madrid will have their hands full with Bayern Munich while three Croatians will go at it in the Barcelona v. Juventus matchup. Who would you like to see progress? And why? Croatian supporters have been spoiled the past half decade when it comes to Champions League. A Croatian international has … [Read more...] about Croatians Galore In Champions League Quarters
Croatians Around Europe *XXIII*
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Germany Andrej Kramarić scored a stunning goal to give Hoffenheim a 1-1 draw wiith Freiburg on Saturday. Kramarić picked up the ball on the edge of the area in the 60th minute, shifted it onto his right foot, and curled it beautifully into the far corner from about 20 yards out. In addition to the goal, Kramarić had 4 other shots and created three chances before … [Read more...] about Croatians Around Europe *XXIII*
Rakitić Inks New Deal With Barca Until 2021
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Ivan Rakitić has extended his stay in Barcelona, signing an extension with the Catalan club until 2021, SkySports reported. The Croatian midfielder signed the new contract on Friday, March 10th, which marked his 29th birthday. It looked as if Barcelona were a sinking ship only weeks ago when they were all but out of Champions League with a 4-0 first leg loss to PSG and being a … [Read more...] about Rakitić Inks New Deal With Barca Until 2021
HNL Week 23
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Dinamo pulled off a 2-0 win over Inter Zaprešić Saturday at Maksimir thanks to goals from Josip Pivarić and Amir Hodžić. Pivarić opened the scoring in the 43rd minute with a spectacular free kick from nearly 30 yards out. Several attempts on goal were made by the Modri, but Inter keeper, Ivan Čović impressed with several key saves to keep his team’s hopes alive. Čović … [Read more...] about HNL Week 23
Croatia v. Mexico: Ticket Portal NOW OPEN!
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CLICK HERE TO BUY TICKETS IN THE CROATIAN SECTION The Croatian community in Los Angeles worked feverishly this week to get a block of tickets for the Croatia v. Mexico game at the Los Angeles Coliseum on May 27th so that all Croatian fans can sit together. This friendly match leads up to Croatia's World Cup qualifier against Iceland in Reykjavik on June … [Read more...] about Croatia v. Mexico: Ticket Portal NOW OPEN!
Vrsaljko, Gabi Save Torres In Freak Accident
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Croatian defender Šime Vrsaljko and Atletico Madrid teammate Gabi may have saved the life of Fernando Torres Thursday night. The Atletico striker took a tumble in the air and landed straight on his head causing him to choke on his own tongue, the Sun reported. Vrsaljko and Gabi quickly ran over to operate and make sure Torres could breath. Doctors say it was the … [Read more...] about Vrsaljko, Gabi Save Torres In Freak Accident
