Outside of the HNL, domestic leagues across Europe have yet to kick off. However, there were three major headlines this week in Croatian football. But whose was most relevant? -Perišić and Hajduk part ways -Modrić became the most decorated player in Real Madrid history with his 27th trophy (2-0 UEFA SuperCup win over Atalanta) -Brozović retired from international duty … [Read more...] about Perišić, Modrić, Brozović: Who Had The Most Relevant Headline This Week?
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Rijeka, Hajduk, Osijek All Draw To Start 3rd Qualifying Round In Europe
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All three Croatian clubs will head into their return leg next week even keel after Thursday night's draws. Rijeka is currently in the third round of Europa League qualifying while Hajduk and Osijek are battling it out in Conference League qualifying. Hajduk faced off against MFK Ružomberok in Slovakia with the match ending 0-0. Hajduk only had one shot on goal with Rakitić … [Read more...] about Rijeka, Hajduk, Osijek All Draw To Start 3rd Qualifying Round In Europe
Team CroatianSports 2024/25 HNL Predictions
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10th- Gorica Similar to Slaven Belupo two seasons ago, Gorica last season opened up the first half of the season strong and contesting a European Spot. Like Slaven though, Gorica's run was built on unexpected defensive tactics that caught most teams off guard, which compensated for the lack of attacking threat. Gorica slid into bad form in the back half of last season, this … [Read more...] about Team CroatianSports 2024/25 HNL Predictions
HNL Match Week 1: Dinamo And Rijeka Set The Pace For The HNL Title Fight
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Dinamo vs Istra (5-0) Dinamo took off and recorded a statement win on Friday against Istra in the opening day match of the 2024/25 HNL campaign. Jakirović and his squad wasted no time setting the tempo for what caliber of a team they will be this season. With the HNL seeming to be even more openly contested this season, Dinamo's 5-0 thrashing of Istra for now has put to rest … [Read more...] about HNL Match Week 1: Dinamo And Rijeka Set The Pace For The HNL Title Fight
ICYMI: Sinković Brothers Take Gold, 3 HNL Clubs Advance In Europe, Baturina MOTM On Opening Night
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The Sinković brothers (Valent & Martin) win gold again! The Zagreb-born rowers took the gold medal Friday at the Paris Olympics in the coxless pair rowing competition. This is the 3rd straight Olympics the brothers have taken gold in! If there was ever a rowing dynasty, this is it. The medal puts Croatia on two goals and one bronze after the first week of competition in … [Read more...] about ICYMI: Sinković Brothers Take Gold, 3 HNL Clubs Advance In Europe, Baturina MOTM On Opening Night
Rakitić Ends Multi-Million Dollar Contract in Saudi League For Hajduk
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One of Croatia's most prolific and legendary midfielders, Ivan Rakitić, who was instrumental in the Vatreni's 2018 World Cup run will play in Croatia at the club level for the first time in his career. After around a month of speculation Rakitić has officially joined Hajduk Split and will reunite with former Vatreni teammate, Ivan Perišić. Dnevnik reports that Rakitić has … [Read more...] about Rakitić Ends Multi-Million Dollar Contract in Saudi League For Hajduk
Top 10 Croatian Prospects To Keep An Eye On
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Written by Marc Sabljo As the HNS enters a transitional phase in the upcoming months, it's an opportune moment to spotlight our emerging talents across Europe. Presented below are ten U21 players to keep an eye on in the 2024-2025 season, listed in no particular order. To be eligible for this list, these players must be born after 2002 and not yet represented the Croatian … [Read more...] about Top 10 Croatian Prospects To Keep An Eye On
How Unlucky Has Croatia Been At Euros? 1-10
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This post is not to make excuses or play the "victim" card. I promise. Croatia did not play good football in Germany this summer. However, I'm taking a look at some Euro tournaments our beloved Vatreni have played in from a macro POV. And my question to you all: is Croatia the unluckiest nation to ever play in the Euros? Croatia has three World Cup medals but has yet to win … [Read more...] about How Unlucky Has Croatia Been At Euros? 1-10
Rakitić To Leave Saudi League For Hajduk?
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There has been breaking news from Saudi Arabia that Croatia legend Ivan Rakitić is keen to leave Al-Shabab in the Saudi League; and his next stop very well may be Split. Hajduk are currently seen as the favorites to sign the 36-year old midfielder after just six months in the Saudi Pro League. According to Dnevnik, Rakitić has given a verbal commitment and desire to join Hajduk … [Read more...] about Rakitić To Leave Saudi League For Hajduk?
