This is the expected linup for the TURKEY game on Friday. The game will be televised live in America on ESPN starting at 2:30PM (ET). Remember that coach Slaven Bilić still hasn't confirmed his starting 11, but based on reports and expert analysis, he should start the same team as he did vs. Germany. Goalkeeper: Stipe Pletikosa Defenders: Vedran Ćorluka,Robert … [Read more...] about EURO DARK HORSES FACE CINDERELLA IN QUARTERS
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PICTURES WORTH MORE THAN 1,000 WORDS
By Leave a Comment‘B’ SQUAD DOES THE JOB
By 6 CommentsHow well is Croatia running right now? Even their backup team is winning games at Euro 2008. But let's not get ahead of ourselves. Poland was BAD! I was actually worried about the Poland encounter and thought it would decide the group B runner-up. Not the case. Poland played like they had already been eliminated from the tournament. Our guys were playing for pride and possible … [Read more...] about ‘B’ SQUAD DOES THE JOB
LINEUP VS. POLAND
By 2 CommentsSlaven Bilić has announced his starting lineup against Poland for today's match. Remember that Croatia has already won Group B making this game a friendly; if anyhting for them. However, Poland will be playing for their tournament lives. Should they win big and have a German slip-up, they could move onto the knockout round to play Portugal. Bilić has been quoted in … [Read more...] about LINEUP VS. POLAND
ŠIMIĆ TO CAPTAIN CROATIA
By 1 CommentThe game against Poland might not mean anything on paper for the Croatians but make no mistake; we came to play in this tournament. Bilić has already said that he would not risk anything and is not going to play any starter who has already received a yellow card. Receiving a second yellow before the semifinal round calls for a next-game suspension. He will field players who … [Read more...] about ŠIMIĆ TO CAPTAIN CROATIA
LINEUP VS. POLAND ANNOUNCED
By 5 CommentsSlaven Bilić has announced his starting lineup against Poland for Monday's match. Remember that Croatia has already won Group B making this game a friendly; if anyhting for them. However, Poland will be playing for their tournament. Should they win big and have a German slip-up, they could move onto the knockout round. Bilić has been quoted in numerous Croatian papers … [Read more...] about LINEUP VS. POLAND ANNOUNCED
NEW ‘YELLOW CARD RULE’ CHANGES THINGS
By 2 CommentsAfter doing some research, I have just found out that UEFA has changed the 'yellow card rule' for Euro 2008. In previous years, if players had one yellow card in group play it was wiped away going into the knockout phase. Well that has all been changed for this summer's competition and now should be looked at under a microscope for the Croatian team who will be playing a … [Read more...] about NEW ‘YELLOW CARD RULE’ CHANGES THINGS
CROATIA-HUNGARY RECAP
By 7 CommentsHere are my thoughts on the game; and remember that I only saw various highlights of the game since it wasn't broadcast in America. Olić and Petrić looked promising up top and had some nice scoring chances, one of which included hitting the post. The chemistry looked OK on the scoring end and our defense solid. If this is things to come for Niko Kovač I can't wait to see more. … [Read more...] about CROATIA-HUNGARY RECAP
LACKLUSTER PERFORMANCE BY CROATIANS LEADS TO 3-0 LOSS
By Leave a CommentSlaven Bilić and his team said that this result would show them where they stood in European ranks- and what I saw from this match is that they have a lot of work to do if they want to do any damage in this year's EuroCup. Croatia was playing at home with their 'A' team starting roster while Netherlands were without stars Ruud van Nistelrooy, Robin van Persie and Arjen … [Read more...] about LACKLUSTER PERFORMANCE BY CROATIANS LEADS TO 3-0 LOSS