Wednesday night showed how over their heads Dinamo Zagreb are in the Champions League competition. After losing all six games last campaign and being downed by FC Porto 2-0 in their opening match this year, Dinamo Zagreb once again lost, this time 2-0 to Dynamo Kiev. It was supposed to be a battle of Dinamos for third spot in this group but Kiev showed their superiority over … [Read more...] about Dinamo fall in Kiev 2-0
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The Life of Luka Modrić (en Español)
By 25 CommentsLuka Modrić has come a long way to where he is today at Real Madrid. The following mini documentary shows Luka's rise from war-torn Zadar (where he was born and raised) to a failed trial at Hajduk Split, his domination at Mostar and Dinamo Zagreb, all the way to his mega transfers to Tottenham, and now, Real Madrid. It's a solid 17-minute documentary which is narrated in … [Read more...] about The Life of Luka Modrić (en Español)
Would you play for her?
By 46 CommentsFormer Croatia women's international, Tihana Nemčić, is taking over fifth division side NK Viktorija Vojakovac- not as a cheerleader, but as manager. The 24 year-old Nemčić also models on the side. Is this just a publicity stunt or is Nemčić serious about coaching in Croatia? She just recently graduated from the University of Sport in Croatia this past spring. "I am the … [Read more...] about Would you play for her?
Croatians Around Europe *V*
By 198 CommentsENGLAND Photo: PA Nikica Jelavić returned from a knee knock he suffered two weeks ago to score twice on Saturday vs. Southampton, earning Everton a 3-1 win. The Toffees went down early to Southampton but Jelavić was ready to carry his team to victory. In the 25', Jelavić got caught up with a Southampton defender as the ball came over the top, and the Croatian striker … [Read more...] about Croatians Around Europe *V*
HNL Report Week 10/KHL Medveščak News (Updated!)
By 28 CommentsResults for September 28 - 30, 2012 GNK DINAMO ZAGREB 3 - 1 HNK HAJDUK Photo: gnkdinamo.hr The vječni derbi ended in favor of the home side at Maksimir on Saturday as Dinamo Zagreb defeated their their heated rivals from the south, Hajduk Split. Dinamo is now eight points ahead of Hajduk on the league table and shows no signs of slowing … [Read more...] about HNL Report Week 10/KHL Medveščak News (Updated!)
Dinamo takes on Hajduk at Maksimir
By 84 CommentsThe Vječni derbi (Eternal Derby) is back! Dinamo Zagreb vs. Hajduk Split. But when the two sides meet this Saturday at Maksimir (12PM ET), it'll be under a different set of rules. Dinamo Zagreb, who have won the last seven HNL championships, haven't really made it much of a rivalry the past decade, rather more of an annihilation. Dinamo has clearly been the better club, … [Read more...] about Dinamo takes on Hajduk at Maksimir
Mandžukić nets twice, takes Bundesliga scoring lead
By 96 CommentsPhoto: Caught Offside Croatian striker Mario Mandžukić is getting service in Munich, and is not disappointing his new team. The 26 year-old Mandžukić was bought by German giants Bayern Munich after a superb Euro 2012 campaign, where he scored three goals in three games this past summer. He hasn't let off the gas yet. On Tuesday night, against former club Wolfsburg, … [Read more...] about Mandžukić nets twice, takes Bundesliga scoring lead
CROATIANS AROUND EUROPE *IV*
By 116 CommentsGermany PHOTO: European cy Ivan Perišić(right) is all smiles after scoring a double against Hamburg on Saturday Bundesliga champions, Borussia Dortmund, fell for the first time this season as they couldn't overcome three goals from Hamburg in a 3-2 loss. Croatian international, Ivan Perišić, received his second start of the Bundesliga season and didn't fail to … [Read more...] about CROATIANS AROUND EUROPE *IV*
HNL REPORT WEEK 9/KHL MEDVEŠČAK UPDATE
By 3 CommentsResults for September 21 - 23, 2012 HNK RIJEKA 3 - 0 GNK DINAMO Photo: gnkdinamo.hr The bijeli pakao was just too much for Dinamo Zagreb on Saturday. Rijeka had 9,000 strong at their backs in the stands and came with every intentions of earning three points. That’s exactly what they did. For the first time since October 11, 2011, Dinamo lost … [Read more...] about HNL REPORT WEEK 9/KHL MEDVEŠČAK UPDATE