In honor of CroatianSports.com turning 5 years old February 22nd, we will be hosting the Croatia vs. Serbia World Cup 2014 qualifier on March 22nd from the 6,000 square foot Sky Villa at the Palms Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada. We encourage all Croatians (and friends) from all across North America to join us for this epic gathering. Game time will be either 9 or 10AM (PST) … [Read more...] about Celebrating 5 years of CroatianSports.com!
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Ivica Kostelić wins silver medal at Alpine World Championships
By 21 CommentsIvica Kostelić earned his 3rd career medal at the Alpine World Championships on Monday, finishing second in the super-combined despite a disappointing slalom run. Ivica finished the downhill in 8th, an amazing performance for him, and put himself in a great spot to go for a win. He put in a good slalom performance, slightly below his usual standard, which was the 3rd best … [Read more...] about Ivica Kostelić wins silver medal at Alpine World Championships
Marin Čilić wins PZB Zagreb Indoors/ Fed Cup recap
By 24 CommentsMarin Čilić won the Zagreb Indoors tournament on Sunday for the third time in his career, improving his record to 17-4 in the tournament. He made quick work of #29 Jurgen Melzer, winning 6-3, 6-1, in just over an hour. Čilić was dominant on his serve, never letting Melzer get to break point. The win gives Marin 250 ATP points and he may move up from #12 when the new rankings … [Read more...] about Marin Čilić wins PZB Zagreb Indoors/ Fed Cup recap
Croatia handle South Korea in London
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Lineup: Pletikosa - Srna, Ćorluka, Šimunić, Strinić - Rakitić, Vukojević, Modrić, Kranjčar - Mandžukić, Olić Srna, Pletikosa and Šimunić joined Dario Šimić today as the only Croatian players to be capped 100 times. It was a slow start to the match Wednesday afternoon in London and both Croatia and South Korea played to the rainy conditions in a friendly … [Read more...] about Croatia handle South Korea in London
Fed Cup Preview
By 14 CommentsGroup One play in the Fed Cup is set to begin tomorrow, with Croatia's ladies traveling to Israel to take part in the four day tournament. Their Fed Cup hopes took a hit on Sunday, when their top ranked player, #62 Petra Martić, was forced to pull out of the competition with an injury. She was replaced by 22 year old Teresa Mrdeža, ranked 189th in the world. This will be … [Read more...] about Fed Cup Preview
Croatia vs. Serbia: Party at the Palms! (UPDATED)
By 79 CommentsThe weekend is set! CroatianSports.com will be hosting the Croatia vs. Serbia World Cup 2014 qualifier on March 22nd from the 6,000 square foot Sky Villa at the Palms Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada. VIRGIN AIRLINES FLIGHT DEALS Game time is yet to be announced but it should start between 10AM and noon that Friday morning. Everyone is responsible for their own … [Read more...] about Croatia vs. Serbia: Party at the Palms! (UPDATED)
Croatians Around Europe *XXII*
By 92 CommentsGermany Photo: Bundesliga Is it great service or great finishing? Whatever the answer might be, Super Mario Mandžukić continues to fill up the stat sheet after scoring two second half goals to lead Bayern Munich to a 3-0 win over Mainz on Saturday. After a Thomas Müller opening goal, the former Dinamo Zagreb striker would double the score after receiving a pass from … [Read more...] about Croatians Around Europe *XXII*
Croatia earns bronze with victory over Slovenia!
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Croatia won their third bronze medal in the last 12 months in an impressive 31-26 win that leaves them with an 8-1 record at the end of the tournament. Croatia showed their youth and versatility in these World Championships as they overcame drama, injuries, and a very tough draw to still finish on the podium. Will this new generation be able to match the feats of the … [Read more...] about Croatia earns bronze with victory over Slovenia!
Sloppy Croatia falls to Denmark, will play Slovenia in bronze medal match
By 104 CommentsCroatia's luck finally ran dry as they were defeated by a very impressive Denmark 30-24. After playing exceptional handball in their first seven games, the Cowboys defended poorly and gave the ball away on too many occasions in a highly physical game. They will play for the bronze medal tomorrow against Slovenia at 1 PM EST. 1st Half: The Danes got off to a quick … [Read more...] about Sloppy Croatia falls to Denmark, will play Slovenia in bronze medal match
