Hrvati from around the world assembled in halls, homes, hotels, and stadiums to watch a match that will be forever emblazoned in the history of Croatia and Serbia. We've met in the waterpolo pools and handball courts, but tonight was the night to show who was the best at the most important sport in Europe. Stimac surprised many with a very attack minded lineup, going with … [Read more...] about FINAL: CROATIA 2 – 0 Serbia
Soccer
What’s at stake?
By 252 Comments
What exactly is at stake for Croatia Friday night in Zagreb? National Pride? A step closer to the 2014 World Cup? A possible top seed in Brazil? The correct answer: All of the above. There is no mistaking the history between Croatia and Serbia. And without getting into the political aspects of the relationship, when it comes to sports, both nations bring the … [Read more...] about What’s at stake?
HNL Week 24
By 18 Comments
Results for March 16-18, 2013 NK ISTRA 1961 0 - 0 GNK DINAMO ZAGREB Dinamo played to a scoreless draw for the second week in a row on Saturday, when they headed to Pula to face a hot Istrian club. Dinamo coach, Krunoslav Jurčić, was slightly disappointed in the result, as he was hoping to get a win for the club’s president Zdravko Mamić, who in the recent week, … [Read more...] about HNL Week 24
Croatians Around Europe *XXVIII*
By 182 Comments
SPAIN Luka Modrić scored once again for Real Madrid and helped set up their opening goal on Saturday as Madrid triumphed over Mallorca 5-2. Luka played Pepe through with a near perfect pass in the 14th minute to open up the scoring and took advantage of a poor Mallorca clearance to score his third goal of the season. He received the ball 30 yards from goal, took a … [Read more...] about Croatians Around Europe *XXVIII*
See you at the Palms!
By 20 Comments
In honor of CroatianSports.com turning 5 years old February 22nd, we will be hosting the Croatia vs. Serbia World Cup 2014 qualifier on March 22nd from the 6,000 square foot Sky Villa at the Palms Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada. We encourage all Croatians (and friends) from all across North America to join us for this epic gathering. Fans from Los Angeles, San Diego, San Francisco, … [Read more...] about See you at the Palms!
HNL Week 23 (Updated with VIDEOS!)
By 114 Comments
Results for March 8-10, 2013 GNK DINAMO ZAGREB 0 - 0 NK OSIJEK The ever-stingy Osijek defense struck again on Sunday, and held Dinamo scoreless at Maksimir for the second time this season. Osijek have been thriving against Dinamo this year, achieving two scoreless draws at Maksimir, and recording one win at home. A impenetrable defense is the key to … [Read more...] about HNL Week 23 (Updated with VIDEOS!)
Last call for Vegas!
By 45 CommentsIn honor of CroatianSports.com turning 5 years old February 22nd, we will be hosting the Croatia vs. Serbia World Cup 2014 qualifier on March 22nd from the 6,000 square foot Sky Villa at the Palms Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada. We encourage all Croatians (and friends) from all across North America to join us for this epic gathering. Fans from Los Angeles, San Diego, San Francisco, … [Read more...] about Last call for Vegas!
Vukojević off to Moscow
By 63 Comments
Photo: FIFA Our favorite defensive midfielder to throw under the bus, Ognjen Vukokević, is being shipped off to Spartak Moscow for the remainder of the season, on loan from Dynamo Kyiv. After being scrutinized by Croatian fans for being more of loose cannon than a facilitator in the midfield following the departure of captain Niko Kovač, the 29 year-old Vukojević may be … [Read more...] about Vukojević off to Moscow
Dinamo defeat Hajduk 2-1 in Split
By 483 Comments
Photo: Cropix Dinamo Zagreb defeated Hajduk Split 2-1 Wednesday night in Dalmacija, which will surely give the Modri yet another Croatian title. However, to no one's surprise, this game did not go without controversy. Hajduk tied it up late in the first half but Luis Ibanez's prayer from the sideline would be considered the winner, landing just inside the right post for … [Read more...] about Dinamo defeat Hajduk 2-1 in Split
