Two weeks ago, Alen Halilović was criticized by some for his poor attitude when being substituted from a match in the first half in order to replace his goalkeeper following a red card. This week the 18 year-old Croatian prospect is being praised for his play for Barcelona B. Halilović can easily be compared to Dutchman Arjen Robben with his quick dribbling on the … [Read more...] about Halilović Showing His Worth
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MaxTV Prva Liga Week 27 – Remembering Hrvoje Čuštić
By 10 CommentsGood Friday is a somber time in the Catholic faith, but for many in Croatia, this particular Good Friday was a day of remembrance and a day of solemn reflection while keeping one of Croatia’s bright former stars in our thoughts. This past Friday marks the seventh anniversary of Croatian football’s biggest tragedy; the death of 24-year-old Hrvoje Čuštić during an HNL … [Read more...] about MaxTV Prva Liga Week 27 – Remembering Hrvoje Čuštić
Alen Halilović: Problem Child?
By 115 CommentsThe kid is only 18 years old. He's already starred in Champions League. And he's already played against the likes of Zlatan Ibrahimović and Cristiano Ronaldo. But the kid "tag" will surely fall off sooner than later as wunder-kind Alen Halilović plays for Barcelona B in the Spanish second division and gets the chance to impress from Niko Kovač's Croatia … [Read more...] about Alen Halilović: Problem Child?
Next Up For Croatia: ITALY
By 96 CommentsIn a watered down Euro 2016 qualifying campaign, Croatia have been one of few European regulars to hold serve. Their only slip up so far, which shouldn't be considered a slip up at all, was their 1-1 draw to Italy on the road to ruin their perfect record in November. In a campaign where it appears the European giants are not taking games that seriously: the Dutch … [Read more...] about Next Up For Croatia: ITALY
Croatia smash Norway 5-1, Ćorluka sent off
By 284 CommentsOFFICIAL starting XI for Croatia vs. Norway: Subašić, Srna, Ćorluka, Vida, Pranjić, Brozović, Modrić, Rakitić, Perišić, Olić, Mandžukić. After a slow start to the match, Croatia opened up the flood gates on Norway, scoring five goals at Maksimir Saturday night in their Group H Euro 2016 qualifier. Brozović and Perišić would both score from outside the box while Olić, … [Read more...] about Croatia smash Norway 5-1, Ćorluka sent off
Euro 2016 Kits?
By 45 CommentsPictures are circulating on the internet of possible Croatian kits for Euro 2016. Nothing has officially been released; just these three tops, two of which are completely red and white. The Vatreni have never dawned a third kit, but it was rumored for the 2010 World Cup (which they did not qualify for) that Nike would release an all-white checkered top. The one above is clean … [Read more...] about Euro 2016 Kits?
Croatia vs. Norway On Tap
By 169 CommentsThings are quickly heating up in the world of football. Luka Modrić and Mario Mandžukić will face off against each other in the Champions League quarterfinals. Ivan Rakitić and Barcelona take on Zlatan Ibrahimović's PSG while goalkeeper Danijel Subašić tries to keep keep Monaco's momentum against a confident Juventus side. But before Champions League continues … [Read more...] about Croatia vs. Norway On Tap
MaxTV Prva Liga Week 26
By 3 CommentsDinamo Zagreb took care of business with a routine 4-1 win against Istra 1961 in front of 1,742 fans at Maksimir on Saturday. Paulo Machado added to his wundergol count this season with a free kick from 20 yards out in the 11th minute to make the score 1-1. Machado’s last goal was the late-game equalizer against Hajduk last week, but this goal was just as … [Read more...] about MaxTV Prva Liga Week 26
MaxTV Prva Liga Week 25 – Dinamo Draws Hajduk, Vugrinec Doubles for Slaven
By 14 CommentsDinamo Zagreb miraculously held on to their undefeated season after scoring a last-second goal against Hajduk Split at Poljud on Saturday. Hajduk took the lead in the in 73rd minute with a goal from Andrija Balić. The 17-year-old Balić has been impressive since joining the ranks of Hajduk. The young midfielder has seen the pitch eight times now, scoring three … [Read more...] about MaxTV Prva Liga Week 25 – Dinamo Draws Hajduk, Vugrinec Doubles for Slaven










