Tuesday Ivan Rakitić and Barcelona never got it going against an Ibrahimović-less PSG side in Paris Tuesday night, losing 3-2. The Barca defense had holes all night long, letting PSG get away with soft goals. Rakitić was responsible for PSG's second goal as he did not cover Marco Verratti properly on the back post following a corner. He was subbed off in the 69th minute … [Read more...] about Barca fall in Paris, Porto shock Shakhtar
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MaxTV Prva Liga – Week Nine
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El Abri Hillel Soudani was the hero on Sunday when Dinamo edged out Rijeka 2-1 in one of the biggest matches of the season. Dinamo has not been able to beat Rijeka in the past three matches, and were looking for redemption when they traveled to Kantrida. Rijeka started the match with a forceful offense, and were clearly going for first blood. Unfortunately for the … [Read more...] about MaxTV Prva Liga – Week Nine
Dinamo Top Group After Victory, Rijeka Struggle in Group Stage Opener
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Dinamo Zagreb handily defeated Romanian club Astra Giurgiu in the opening week of the Europa League group stages with a score of 5-1. The victory leaves them leading the group after Celtic FC and Red Bull Salzburg drew 2-2 in their match today. Dinamo’s scored five goals in the match on the heels of a hat trick scored by El Arbi Hillel Soudani, who scored all three of … [Read more...] about Dinamo Top Group After Victory, Rijeka Struggle in Group Stage Opener
Croatians look to repeat in Champions League
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For two straight seasons, a Croatian has lifted the Champions League trophy. In 2013, Mario Mandžukić did it with Bayern while Luka Modrić helped Real Madrid gain their record 10th title in 2014. The 2014-15 rendition of the tournament begins Tuesday. This season, there will be a total of eight Croatians vying for the Champions League crown. Here's a breakdown of all … [Read more...] about Croatians look to repeat in Champions League
Repka to Šuker: “No more games in Zagreb!”
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Following the 2-0 victory over Malta in Zagreb Tuesday night, Croatian players lashed out at HNS president Davor Šuker, saying that games should no longer be played at Maksimir due to the low fan turnout. Only 8,000 Croatian supporters came out to the opening Euro 2016 qualifier. Veteran Ivan Rakitić said that he wished Croatia played home games in Zagreb that … [Read more...] about Repka to Šuker: “No more games in Zagreb!”
Outraged Observations: More of the Same Complaints
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Written by Allen "Outraged" Strk How do I remain outraged? It’s usually when I have to endure ninety minutes of Croatia playing against an inferior opponent. The lack of fire and innovation of ball movement is usually evident. They tend to struggle against teams that crowd the box with midfielders and look to not concede a goal. We’ve seen that against … [Read more...] about Outraged Observations: More of the Same Complaints
Croatia defeat Malta 2-0 to open Euro qualifying
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Goals from Modrić and Kramarić got Croatia past 10-man Malta Tuesday night in Zagreb to open up Euro 2016 qualifying. But shouldn't we expect more from a team that fields players from the best teams in Europe? Let's look at the numbers. Croatia controlled ball possession for 70% of the match, had 23 shots on goal, but could only score twice against a … [Read more...] about Croatia defeat Malta 2-0 to open Euro qualifying
Čilić books spot in U.S. Open semis vs. Federer
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Marin Čilić won in straight sets (6-2, 6-4, 7-7) against #6 seed Tomas Berdych at the US Open on Thursday to secure a place in the semifinals of a Grand Slam for the second time in his career. Čilić will play Roger Federer, arguably the best tennis player that has ever lived, in the semifinals on Saturday. This is the farthest Čilić has ever ventured in a Grand Slam … [Read more...] about Čilić books spot in U.S. Open semis vs. Federer
Onto the Knockout Stage as Croatia Send Puerto Rico Packing
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Needing a win to clinch a berth in the knockout round, Croatia got the job done and did it easily, leading from wire to wire as they beat Puerto Rico 103-82. After consecutive lackluster performances, Croatia were firing on all cylinders, just in time for the must-win games. Croatia got off to a perfect start, leading 20-7 after just over six minutes. They would have … [Read more...] about Onto the Knockout Stage as Croatia Send Puerto Rico Packing
