On paper, it was another productive qualifying match for the Croatian national team. They earned a vital point to stay in first place (although that may change) against their main competitor. While both teams were always going to qualify, it was still an important test for Croatia. They were forced to play without two of their leaders in Luka Modrić and Vedran … [Read more...] about Even Without Modrić And Ćorluka, Croatia Still Leaves A Lot To Be Desired
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Here We Go Again
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Even with an empty stadium, Croatia still couldn't keep themselves drama-free after the match. Eurosport has reported that the Italian Football Federation has formally complained about a 'swastika' etched in the Poljud pitch for the Croatia/Italy Euro 2016 qualifier Friday night in Split. The match was already being played behind closed doors due to racist fan behavior … [Read more...] about Here We Go Again
Vatreni Draw Italy 1-1 In Silent Split
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The Vatreni take on Italy Friday night in Split in front of an empty Poljud Stadion. With first place in Euro qualifying Group H on the line, Croatia can extend their lead and inch their way closer to France next summer with a win over the Italians. And remember, Croatia has never lost to their Adriatic neighbors in a competitive match. Not in qualifiers. Not in Euro. Not even … [Read more...] about Vatreni Draw Italy 1-1 In Silent Split
Follow CroatianSports On Periscope
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CroatianSports.com recently began using Periscope, a new LIVE broadcasting app, purchased by Twitter. Download it on your phone and watch users, including CroatianSports, broadcast live. Follow us @CroatianSoccer. We have made previous attempts at live broadcasting, however, Periscope will blow away all of our previous efforts as it couldn't be easier to use, both … [Read more...] about Follow CroatianSports On Periscope
Croatia vs. Italy @ St. Anthony’s – Downtown Los Angles
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Join CroatianSports.com and Croatian Radio Program Friday morning in Downtown Los Angeles at St. Anthony's Church for Croatia's last match before the summer break as they take on Italy in front of an empty stadium at Poljud in Split in Euro 2016 qualifying. We will host the watch party in the big hall which can easily fit 300 people. All are welcome and there will be … [Read more...] about Croatia vs. Italy @ St. Anthony’s – Downtown Los Angles
Croatia Defeat Gibraltar 4-0 In Varaždin Friendly
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Why Croatia couldn't line up a stronger opponent in a friendly before their Italy match on Friday, who knows? But the Vatreni took on Europe's newest team, Gibraltar, Sunday evening in Varaždin nonetheless. Croatia was without Modrić (injury) and Ivan Rakitić (Champions League Final) in a match that saw a starting XI of Subašić, Vrsaljko, Jedvaj, Lešković, Leovac, … [Read more...] about Croatia Defeat Gibraltar 4-0 In Varaždin Friendly
Rakitić Scores, Barcelona Claim 5th Champions League Title
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Full Highlights _ Juventus 1-2 Barcelona 06.06... Last year it was Luka Modrić with Real Madrid. In 2013, Mario Mandžukić scored in Bayern Munich's Champions League trophy run. But on Saturday, Ivan Rakitić will have his chance at European glory with Barcelona after leading Sevilla to the Europa League crown last year. He is expected to start for … [Read more...] about Rakitić Scores, Barcelona Claim 5th Champions League Title
*BREAKING * Sepp Blatter Steps Down as FIFA President
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The president of FIFA, Sepp Blatter, has announced this afternoon that he will be stepping down from his position as the head of the world football governing body. The 79-year-old Swiss native has been in office since 1998 and is reliqueshing his position amid charges filed against several top FIFA officials. Blatter won in a landslide victory in re election only … [Read more...] about *BREAKING * Sepp Blatter Steps Down as FIFA President
HNL Week 36: Relegation, Promotion, and More! Final Week of HNL
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Dinamo Zagreb have become the first team in Croatia’s Prva Liga to remain undefeated through the entire season with their final win coming on Saturday against Rijeka. Two goals by Marko Pjaca and one goal for both Jeremy Taravel and Soudani brought the game to its 4-0 final score, giving Dinamo 88 points on the season and topping the league with ease. Dinamo ended … [Read more...] about HNL Week 36: Relegation, Promotion, and More! Final Week of HNL
