Dragan Skočić's squad ahead of the U21 Euros features many top-end talents and all the big names Croatian fans want to see. But the main concern is the fact that just four defenders have been called up in a 21-man roster. It seems as though the starting back-line is already set with David Čolina and Niko Sigur (who just recently chose Croatia over Canada) at the left and … [Read more...] about U21 European Championship Call-Up List Raises Many Questions
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Dinamo Bias Must End In Croatian Youth Football
By 37 CommentsHead coach Robert Jarni and the HNS blew a huge opportunity to bring home a medal at the U-17 Euro during the past month. The squad was knocked out of the tournament in the group stages after losing 1-0 to England, 2-1 to Switzerland, and drawing the Netherlands 1-1 in their final match. After the upsetting group stage performance, many supporters have been quick to … [Read more...] about Dinamo Bias Must End In Croatian Youth Football
Petar Musa | Season Grade: B+
By 16 CommentsDay 15: Petar Musa Season Grade: B- National Team Grade: N/A Benfica Grade: B Season Highlight: Game-tying, UCL goal against Inter Milan in the 90+5th minute of the match. Two goals in two minutes off the bench against Portimonense in league play. Team next season: Musa will most likely spend another season in Portugal with Benfica. There have been … [Read more...] about Petar Musa | Season Grade: B+
Nikola Vlašić | Season Grade: C+
By 10 Comments(During the next 30 days, starting May 10th, CroatianSports will be giving “season grades” to 30 of Croatia’s most important football players: Starting XI, bench, fringe, prospects. Grades will be given on preseason expectations vs. actual season performance; not stats.) Day 14: Nikola Vlašić Season Grade: C+ National Team: D+ Torino: B Season … [Read more...] about Nikola Vlašić | Season Grade: C+
Mislav Oršić | Season Grade: D
By 15 Comments(During the next 30 days, starting May 10th, CroatianSports will be giving “season grades” to 30 of Croatia’s most important football players: Starting XI, bench, fringe, prospects. Grades will be given on preseason expectations vs. actual season performance; not stats.) Day 13: Mislav Oršić Season Grade: D National Team: B+ Dinamo: B Southampton: F Season … [Read more...] about Mislav Oršić | Season Grade: D
Marko Livaja | Season Grade: A-
By 18 Comments(During the next 30 days, starting May 10th, CroatianSports will be giving “season grades” to 30 of Croatia’s most important football players: Starting XI, bench, fringe, prospects. Grades will be given on preseason expectations vs. actual season performance; not stats.) Day 12: Marko Livaja Season Grade: A- Season Highlight: Clutch goal vs. Canada during the group … [Read more...] about Marko Livaja | Season Grade: A-
Lovro Majer | Season Grade: F
By 9 Comments(During the next 30 days, starting May 10th, CroatianSports will be giving “season grades” to 30 of Croatia’s most important football players: Starting XI, bench, fringe, prospects. Grades will be given on preseason expectations vs. actual season performance; not stats.) Day 11: Lovro Majer Season Grade: F Season Highlight: Scoring a junk goal in injury time … [Read more...] about Lovro Majer | Season Grade: F
Mario Pašalić | Season Grade: D+
By 19 Comments(During the next 30 days, starting May 10th, CroatianSports will be giving “season grades” to 30 of Croatia’s most important football players: Starting XI, bench, fringe, prospects. Grades will be given on preseason expectations vs. actual season performance; not stats.) Day 10: Mario Pašalić Season Grade: D+ National Team: C- Atalanta: D Season … [Read more...] about Mario Pašalić | Season Grade: D+
Episode 5: Zadar
By Leave a CommentAPPLE PODCAST LINK Matt and Ante discuss Luka Modrić's global stature behind Messi and Ronaldo, the upcoming Champions League Final between City and Inter Milan, and the purchase of 3rd Division side HNK Zadar in Croatia by Dijaspora Croatians. … [Read more...] about Episode 5: Zadar