Croatia travel to Belgrade to take on Serbia in World Cup 2014 qualifying on Friday, Septmeber 6th. It's a must win game for the Vatreni if they still want a chance at 1st in the group. For all our Croatian people in the Los Angeles area, CroatianSports.com and crew will be catching the game on a big screen television in the backyard of nije bitno's house. There … [Read more...] about Croatia vs. Serbia @ nije bitno’s house
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Ivan Dodig triumphs on day 1 of the US Open
By 10 CommentsIvan Dodig defeated #27 seed Fernando Verdasco on day 1 of the US Open in a tough five setter that lasted well over three hours as Dodig barely survived after taking a two set lead. The Croat was off to a great start in the first two sets against the heavy hitting Spaniard, where he converted 3 out of 6 break points to move into great position. Verdasco fought back to win … [Read more...] about Ivan Dodig triumphs on day 1 of the US Open
FAN ZONE: *Hajduk opet našao spas u Maglici!*
By 27 Commentsi Sunce je svratilo na Poljud na ulaz E pogledati Hajdukovu mladu momcad! CroatianSports.com's Split correspondent, Valentina Zelanovic, attended Sunday's match in Split between Hajduk and Slaven. Hajduk managed to pull out a 1-0 victory by way of 77th minute Anton Maglica goal. Here's what she had to say about the match: SASTAVI: HAJDUK: Kalinić , Vršajević, … [Read more...] about FAN ZONE: *Hajduk opet našao spas u Maglici!*
Croatia skim by Liechtenstein with double from Eduardo
By 365 CommentsThe cardiac Croats were at it again; this time in Liechtenstein during a friendly warmup for the upcoming World Cup 2014 qualifier with Serbia in September. The Vatreni started with a strong lineup, which included regulars Pletikosa, Srna, Ćorluka, Rakitić, Modrić, Olić and Mandžukić. Possession and control was kept by Croatia early in the game with not much … [Read more...] about Croatia skim by Liechtenstein with double from Eduardo
Luka Modrić talks Real Madrid, Serbia in Los Angeles
By 74 CommentsCroatian internationals Luka Modrić and Nikica Jelavić faced off against each other from Dodger Stadium in Los angeles, California Saturday night in the 2013 Guinness International Champions Cup semifinal round. Modrić received the start for Real Madrid while Everton striker Nikica Jelavić came on at halftime. With Everton down 2-1 in the 62nd minute, Jelavić … [Read more...] about Luka Modrić talks Real Madrid, Serbia in Los Angeles
Hajduk, Dinamo in North America
By 97 CommentsCroatianTimes.com has reported that a group out of New Jersey, Garden State Croatia FC, is conducting a poll for Croatians who live in North America and Australia/New Zealand to gauge interest from fans on a possible Hajduk Split/Dinamo Zagreb tour. It doesn't appear that anything is set in stone, regarding matches and dates, but GSCFC is looking for numbers to see if it would … [Read more...] about Hajduk, Dinamo in North America
Tuesday Night Funnies XXV: Bubble Ball
By 58 CommentsIs the next big here? Whether Bubble Ball becomes big or not in gyms across the globe, this looks like something every grown male should take part in; at least once in their lives. However, after watching dozens of clips highlighting Bubbleball's unique twist to the beautiful game, and not witnessing one single goal in this testosterone-fueled fury, one has to admit that … [Read more...] about Tuesday Night Funnies XXV: Bubble Ball
HNL Is Back! Week 1 Report
By 18 CommentsResults for July 12-14, 2013 GNK DINAMO ZAGREB 3 - 1 NK OSIJEK Dinamo Zagreb have started the new season right where they left off. The Croatian Champions are coming off of their eighth consecutive league title, and took care of the opening game of the season at Maksimir against NK Osijek with a score of 3-1. El Arbi Hillel Soudani made his HNL … [Read more...] about HNL Is Back! Week 1 Report
Tuesday Night Funnies XXIV: Croatia joins the EU (Updated)
By 140 CommentsWhat is it like to become a member state of an organization like the European Union (EU)? Croatia, the EU's newest member, since joining last week, is finding out. This is a letter addressed to "Dear Citizens" from Ankica Paun Jarallah, Director of the Croatian Department of Employment, dated June 21, 2013. "As you know, July 1, Croatia becomes a full member of the EU, and … [Read more...] about Tuesday Night Funnies XXIV: Croatia joins the EU (Updated)