Macedonia have knocked Italy out of World Cup qualifying. Italy have now missed two straight World Cup tournaments but are reigning European champions. Would you rather be in Italy’s situation: 2 straight missed World Cups with a Euro championship OR Croatia’s situation: 6 straight tournament berths (3 WC/3 Euro) with a World Cup Final match…but no … [Read more...] about Macedonia Knocks Italy Out Of World Cup Qualifying, But Which Situation Would You Rather Have?
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How The Vatreni Should Line Up Against Slovenia
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After many months of club football, the Vatreni are back in action on Saturday, March 26th as they take on Slovenia in Qatar to prepare for the 2022 World Cup. Croatia hosted Slovenia at Stadion Poljud the last time these two sides met, where they demolished them by a score of 3-0. The stadium was absolutely electric as all three goalscorers - Marko Livaja, Mario Pašalić, and … [Read more...] about How The Vatreni Should Line Up Against Slovenia
The Boys Are Back For Their First Matches Of 2022!
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It's seems like an eternity since we last watched our beloved Vatreni don the checkers in front of a packed (and rain logged) Poljud to book a ticket to the 2022 World Cup by way of Russian own goal. But guess what? Russia played for the draw and that's what they get. C'est la vie. Although Croatia have two friendlies this this week in Qatar, versus Slovenia on Saturday … [Read more...] about The Boys Are Back For Their First Matches Of 2022!
Croatians Around Europe XXVI: Perišić, Sosa Assist; Modrić Plays False 9 vs. Barcelona
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Ivan Perišić supplied the lone assist for Inter Milan Saturday in another disappointing result; drawing Fiorentina 1-1. Perišić left a long, lofty cross in the box that was met by the head of Denzel Dumfries. Inter get the point on home soil but have looked like an absolute shell of themselves without Marcelo Brozović in midfield. With the drop in points and an AC Milan win … [Read more...] about Croatians Around Europe XXVI: Perišić, Sosa Assist; Modrić Plays False 9 vs. Barcelona
Modrić, Kovačić To Meet In Champions League Quarters
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'Super Mario' Mandžukić got the Champions League party started for Croatians in 2013 when he scored in the final and helped Bayern Munich defeat Borussia Dortmund in extra time. Since then, a Croatian has lifted the Champions League every season. Nine straight campaigns, Croatian blood has lifted Europe's most prestigious club trophy: Mandžukić, Modrić, Kovaćić, Rakitić, … [Read more...] about Modrić, Kovačić To Meet In Champions League Quarters
HNL Top 4 Update – Dinamo Still On Top
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Dinamo Dinamo’s latest match was a 0-0 deadlock in the Eternal Derby held in Poljud. The Croatian champions are having a slow season for their standards, yet they are still in first place and have arguably the strongest roster in the league. A few hot streaks from players like Oršić and Petković (if he can regain his form), and Dinamo may just secure themselves yet another … [Read more...] about HNL Top 4 Update – Dinamo Still On Top
Croatians Around Europe XXV: Majer Scores In Rennes Win, Sosa With Another Huge Assist
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Lovro Majer continued his extraordinary season with Rennes Sunday night in a 4-2 victory over Lyon. Majer scored the game winner in 1st half injury time with a wide open look on target following a Lyon defensive collapse. Majer would cap off the game with a simple insurance assist to Martin Terrier four minutes into the 2nd half to cap off a 'one goal, one assist' match. With … [Read more...] about Croatians Around Europe XXV: Majer Scores In Rennes Win, Sosa With Another Huge Assist
What’s Not To Love About Luka Modrić?
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Luka Modrić may be 36 years old, but he's still playing ball like a little kid in the selo. Wednesday night in Madrid, Modrić had a career game and one that Madridistas (and Croatians) will remember for years. He singlehandedly put Real Madrid on his back with the aggregate-tying goal, shredding through the entire PSG midfield before laying off a perfect 'nutmeg' assist to … [Read more...] about What’s Not To Love About Luka Modrić?
Luka Modrić And Real Madrid Beat PSG 3-1, Book Ticket To UCL Quarterfinals
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Luka Modrić, you've left us all speechless once again. Real Madrid's Champions League magic is back! Los Blancos came back from a two-goal deficit to defeat PSG 3-1 (3-2 aggregate) and earn a spot in the Champions League quarterfinals - and they couldn't have done it without the late-match heroics of 36 year-old magician Luka Modrić. In the 76th minute, Modrić carried … [Read more...] about Luka Modrić And Real Madrid Beat PSG 3-1, Book Ticket To UCL Quarterfinals
