2014 was a year of anticipation for Croatian sports fans. It was a year that saw Croatians wait over six months to open up the World Cup against hosts Brazil in one of the most anticipated openers in football history. And although the Vatreni fell short in Sao Paulo, the consensus knows it wasn't due to lack of effort. It was a year that saw … [Read more...] about Čilić takes 2014 CroatianSports.com top honors
2014
Kramarić Hat Trick earns Rijeka 1st EL win, Dinamo fall in Salzburg
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HNK Rijeka was the pride of Croatia today. Rijeka stepped up on the European stages and flexed their muscles against Dutch club, Feynoord, winning the match 3-1 thanks to three goals from Rijeka superstar, Andrej Kramarić. Kramarić has been on a tear this season, scoring goals every chance he gets. With his 14 goals in the HNL in only 12 matches, Kramarić … [Read more...] about Kramarić Hat Trick earns Rijeka 1st EL win, Dinamo fall in Salzburg
Never mind U.S.A: Croatia to play Argentina in London
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In a turn of events, Croatia will now play Argentina in London on November 12th instead of the United States. It was supposed to be the Yanks and the Vatreni at Craven Cottage, but a finalized deal could not be reached between the two sides. Now Croatia will take on Lionel Messi and World Cup runners-up Argentina four days before their duel with Italy at San Siro in … [Read more...] about Never mind U.S.A: Croatia to play Argentina in London
Rijeka Denied at the Death, Dinamo Fall in Close match in Glasgow
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The inability to finish was the name of the game in Dinamo’s 1-0 loss to Celtic in Glasgow today. It’s hard to say who was the better team as Celtic won the match, but Dinamo came inches from tying the game several times throughout the match, most notably with Eduardo Wilson’s attempt on target from 25 yards that struck the crossbar. Celtic started the match with … [Read more...] about Rijeka Denied at the Death, Dinamo Fall in Close match in Glasgow
Barca fall in Paris, Porto shock Shakhtar
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Tuesday Ivan Rakitić and Barcelona never got it going against an Ibrahimović-less PSG side in Paris Tuesday night, losing 3-2. The Barca defense had holes all night long, letting PSG get away with soft goals. Rakitić was responsible for PSG's second goal as he did not cover Marco Verratti properly on the back post following a corner. He was subbed off in the 69th minute … [Read more...] about Barca fall in Paris, Porto shock Shakhtar
Croatians look to repeat in Champions League
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For two straight seasons, a Croatian has lifted the Champions League trophy. In 2013, Mario Mandžukić did it with Bayern while Luka Modrić helped Real Madrid gain their record 10th title in 2014. The 2014-15 rendition of the tournament begins Tuesday. This season, there will be a total of eight Croatians vying for the Champions League crown. Here's a breakdown of all … [Read more...] about Croatians look to repeat in Champions League
Repka to Šuker: “No more games in Zagreb!”
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Following the 2-0 victory over Malta in Zagreb Tuesday night, Croatian players lashed out at HNS president Davor Šuker, saying that games should no longer be played at Maksimir due to the low fan turnout. Only 8,000 Croatian supporters came out to the opening Euro 2016 qualifier. Veteran Ivan Rakitić said that he wished Croatia played home games in Zagreb that … [Read more...] about Repka to Šuker: “No more games in Zagreb!”
Čilić vs. Nishikori: 1st Grand Slam in reach
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In the most surprising Grand Slam final of the past decade, #14 ranked Croatian Marin Čilić will take on Japan's Kei Nishikori in New York City for the right to lift their first major title at the U.S. Open Monday night. The match will begin approximately at 5pm (ET). VATRENI WISH ČILIĆ LUCK DAYS BEFORE THEY TAKE ON MALTA IN EURO 2016 QUALIFYING Čilić has been … [Read more...] about Čilić vs. Nishikori: 1st Grand Slam in reach
Čilić defeats Federer in straight sets to reach 1st Grand Slam Final
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Marin Čilić defeated world #2 and 17-time Grand Slam champion Roger Federer in straight sets Saturday 6-3, 6-4, 6-4 evening to lay in his very first Grand Slam final. With an extremely pro-Federer crowd in New York City, Čilić kept his cool and played his game. On Monday, he will face Kei Nishikori, who stunned Novak Djoković in the other … [Read more...] about Čilić defeats Federer in straight sets to reach 1st Grand Slam Final
