The HNL is sending two teams to the group stages of the Europa League this season after HNK Rijeka and Dinamo Zagreb both advance from the playoff round. Hajduk Split and RNK Split were both eliminated today after two very close matches to tough teams. Hajduk drew 0-0 to Ukraine's Dnipro after falling 2-1 last week in the first leg while RNK lost 1-0 to … [Read more...] about Dinamo, Rijeka advance while Hajduk and Split Fall in Close Matches
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MaxTV Prva Liga Week Six – Dinamo, Hajduk, Rijkea Struggle
By 11 CommentsFans saw a Prva Liga triple whammy this weekend when all three of Croatia’s top teams ended the week without a win. Dinamo, Hajduk, and Rijeka all faced teams that sit in the lower half of the table, but were unable to pull off a win. This could be blamed on a busy scheduled for the clubs that involve the Europa League, but RNK Split, who has the same schedule, came … [Read more...] about MaxTV Prva Liga Week Six – Dinamo, Hajduk, Rijkea Struggle
Croatian Clubs for 3 for 3 on Thursday’s Playoffs – Hope Remains for All
By 34 CommentsAll three of Croatia's club teams came out with a positive result in today's first leg of the Europa League playoffs. Dinamo Zagreb earned an away win in Romania today thanks to two goals from Duje Cop and a stoppage-time goalazo from Paulo Machado. The Portuguese international took a free kick from 20 yards out and curled it in the near post for Dinamo's third … [Read more...] about Croatian Clubs for 3 for 3 on Thursday’s Playoffs – Hope Remains for All
Despite Valiant Effort, Hajduk Fall 2-1
By 76 CommentsHajduk Split played an honorable match in Ukraine today, but succumbed to a defeat to the Ukrainian league runners up. Hajduk held the lead for a short moment in the 47th minute when Tino-Sven Šušić put away the rebound from close range to put the Bili up 1-0, and got Hajduk the all-important away goal. But former Hajduk Split striker, Nikola Kalinić quickly answered … [Read more...] about Despite Valiant Effort, Hajduk Fall 2-1
Croatian clubs learn fate of Europa League playoffs
By 15 CommentsAll four of Croatia’s clubs learned their fate for the play off round of the UEFA Europa league today and have all been given the chance to advance to the group stage. The stars aligned and were on Croatia’s side this morning as all four teams were given favorable draws. GNK Dinamo Zagreb, who’s disappointing result against Danish champions, … [Read more...] about Croatian clubs learn fate of Europa League playoffs
Rnk through, Hajduk win big at Poljud
By 105 CommentsDinamo Zagreb already booked their spot in the Europa League playoff round after be ousted by Danish club Aalborg 2-1 (aggregate) in Champions League qualifying. On Thursday, the other three HNL clubs playing in Europe joined them. Hajduk Split defeated Kazakh club Shakhter Karagandy after a disastrous 4-2 first leg away defeat last week. Hajduk played in front of a … [Read more...] about Rnk through, Hajduk win big at Poljud
RNK Split will enter Europa League
By 19 CommentsRNK Split will once again see European play next season as they squeaked into the final Europa League spot on goal differential. Croatia traditionally sends four teams to Europe each season; one team to the Champions League and three to the Europa League. First place always enters the second round of the Champions League qualifiers, while runners up … [Read more...] about RNK Split will enter Europa League
Rijeka keep up with Lyon, Dinamo done
By 185 CommentsWho would have thought that Rijeka would have more points than Dinamo Zagreb through the first four Europa League matches? Well, it happened Thursday night as Dinamo fell 2-0 to PSV Eindhoven in the Netherlands while Rijeka came back to draw Lyon 1-1 at Kantrida. It didn't start pretty for Rijeka as a complete blunder on defense following a Lyon corner kick led to the game's … [Read more...] about Rijeka keep up with Lyon, Dinamo done
Rijeka lose 1-0 to Lyon, Dinamo earn first point in PSV stalemate
By 187 CommentsDinamo Zagreb is finally on the board! And it took a scoreless match against PSV Eindhoven Thursday night to do it. Although no goals were scored, Dinamo held ball possession for 51% of the match while firing off 11 shots on goal. The went for the win, which would have put them back in contention for a knockout round berth, but will have to settle for the lone point. Ademi, … [Read more...] about Rijeka lose 1-0 to Lyon, Dinamo earn first point in PSV stalemate