Dinamo vs Osijek (2-0) Dinamo and Osijek both fought hard for points on Saturday's season opener at Osijek's Opus Arena, with Dinamo pulling through in the later minutes of the match with Kulenović and Stojković scoring two late goals in the last 15 minutes of the match. Both Dinamo and Osijek are looking for rebound seasons, after Dinamo slipped up on last seasons HNL … [Read more...] about HNL Week 1: Dinamo, Rijeka Find Last Minute Braces; Hajduk Survives Istra
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Hajduk Survive Zira Scare In Extra Time, Qualify For Next Round
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Hajduk pulled a “Hajduk” Thursday night at Poljud allowing Zira to equalize in 93rd minute injury time. However, Benrahou scored a fantastic free kick from 20 yards in extra time to send Hajduk through to the Conference League 3rd qualifying round: 3-2 on aggregate. Hajduk never makes things easy this early in the season. Ante Rebić was in attendance at Poljud. The 31 year-old … [Read more...] about Hajduk Survive Zira Scare In Extra Time, Qualify For Next Round
Benfica Sign Striker Ivanović Until 2030
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Franjo Ivanović is moving from Belgium to Portugal in a €22 + 5 million deal until 2030, per the official Benfica website. This is a fantastic move for the 21 year-old as he moves from a small pond in Belgium to a medium one in Portugal. This will not only give him the opportunity to test himself at a higher level, but it will also protect him from the pressure of a top-5 … [Read more...] about Benfica Sign Striker Ivanović Until 2030
Rijeka Bounced Out Of Champions League After Only 2 Qualifying Matches
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Rijeka have been bounced out of Champions League after only two qualifying matches. Questionable refereeing. Plenty of VAR checks. Two shots off the post. Two dumb red cards for Rijeka. They will only have themselves to blame after not scoring in the home leg vs. Bulgarian champs Ludogorec. It just wasn't Rijeka's July across two qualifying matches vs. Ludogorec. Rijeka … [Read more...] about Rijeka Bounced Out Of Champions League After Only 2 Qualifying Matches
Varaždin Beat Portuguese Side Santa Clara, Hajduk Draw Zira In 1st Leg Of Conference League Qualifying
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The Croatian clubs are off in Conference League qualifying before the HNL season kicks off August 3rd. Varaždin pulled off a HUGE win against Portuguese side Santa Clara Thursday night in Croatia; winning 2-1 through Dabro's 85th minute goal in front of a home crowd; which ricocheted off the wall from 32 yards out and spun into goal. Santa Clara finished 5th in Portugal last … [Read more...] about Varaždin Beat Portuguese Side Santa Clara, Hajduk Draw Zira In 1st Leg Of Conference League Qualifying
Rijeka Starts Champions League Qualifying With 0-0 Draw
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Not the start Rijeka were looking for in their return to Champions League qualifying...but also not the end of the world either. The newly crowned Croatian champions kicked off their European season Tuesday night in Rijeka against Bulgarian champs Ludogorets Razgrad in the 2nd round of qualifying. The match ended 0-0 with both clubs having their chances but you would have … [Read more...] about Rijeka Starts Champions League Qualifying With 0-0 Draw
Luka Vušković Is Ready Now: A Star In The Making For Tottenham & Croatia
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Luka Vušković stole the spotlight in his Tottenham debut during the club’s first preseason match of the summer, proving once again why he is one of the most exciting young prospects in world football. The 18-year-old entered the match in the 46th minute against Reading and completely changed it. Just three minutes later, he assisted the opening goal. Four minutes after that, in … [Read more...] about Luka Vušković Is Ready Now: A Star In The Making For Tottenham & Croatia
Modrić Bids Farewell To Real Madrid After 4-0 PSG Thumping
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The day has finally come. Luka Modrić finally bids farewell to Real Madrid and their fans after a legendary stint that spanned 13 seasons. Modrić played his last game for Los Blancos in a 4-0 loss to PSG Wednesday night; coming off the bench late in the 2nd half with the game already out of hand. I get that he wanted to play one more tournament and win one more trophy with Real … [Read more...] about Modrić Bids Farewell To Real Madrid After 4-0 PSG Thumping
Rising Croatian Midfielder Lovro Chelfi Set to Join Barcelona
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Barcelona are set to sign 18-year-old Croatian attacking midfielder Lovro Chelfi, according to Fabrizio Romano. Chelfi will join Barcelona Atlètic, the club’s B team, which will play in Spain’s fourth division next season after being relegated. Chelfi had drawn interest from several Premier League clubs, including Arsenal, but Barcelona have moved quickly to secure the deal. … [Read more...] about Rising Croatian Midfielder Lovro Chelfi Set to Join Barcelona
