Andrej Kramarić became Hoffenheim's single season goal record holder (19) when he scored inside five minutes of a 1-1 draw against Arminia Bielefeld Saturday. Krama now owns the single season record for goals at Hoffenheim as well as all-time goals: 75. Sejad Salihović sits in a distant second at 46 goals. Not a bad career in Germany since coming over from Leicester in 2016; … [Read more...] about Croatians Around Europe XXXII: Krama Sets Hoffenheim Scoring Record, Budimir On Fire
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Modrić Caps Off Record Week For Vatreni Players
By 14 CommentsLuka Modrić scored the opening goal for Real Madrid Thursday in a 4-1 victory over Granada. Modrić got the ball in the box and 'nutmegged' the Granada keeper from an extremely tight angle. With the win, Real Madrid trail leaders Atletico by two points with only two matches remaining in the La Liga season. What's more important is that Modrić's goal sets a new record for … [Read more...] about Modrić Caps Off Record Week For Vatreni Players
Croatia v. Mexico: Ticket Portal NOW OPEN!
By 35 CommentsCLICK HERE TO BUY TICKETS IN THE CROATIAN SECTION The Croatian community in Los Angeles worked feverishly this week to get a block of tickets for the Croatia v. Mexico game at the Los Angeles Coliseum on May 27th so that all Croatian fans can sit together. This friendly match leads up to Croatia's World Cup qualifier against Iceland in Reykjavik on June … [Read more...] about Croatia v. Mexico: Ticket Portal NOW OPEN!
Croatia vs Portugal – Breaking A Curse
By 82 CommentsAfter a magnificent performance on Tuesday, Croatian fans’ hopes are sky high. Along with the fans, it looks like every major media outlet in Europe has labeled Croatia as a favorite to make it to the final. From dark horse, to possible expulsion, to the top team in the tournament, this has been one hell of a ride in such a small amount of time. That rollercoaster of … [Read more...] about Croatia vs Portugal – Breaking A Curse
They once called him a flop…
By 33 Comments...and now they chant his name. While he sits on the bench. Injured. The Real Madrid faithful chanted Luka Modrić's name Sunday in the 63rd minute of their 1-1 draw against Villareal at the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium in Madrid. Modrić has been sidelined since injuring his thigh against Italy in November but is scheduled to return sometime this month. Real … [Read more...] about They once called him a flop…
Čilić takes 2014 CroatianSports.com top honors
By 53 Comments2014 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
Outraged Observations: A positive direction for youth
By 61 CommentsWritten by Allen "Outraged" Strk It’s no secret that it was a tale of two performances that took place during the latest fixtures for Croatia. The lethargic play against Bulgaria was quickly washed away by the thrilling play against Azerbaijan. It’s odd to see a team drastically change in performance in a matter of a few days against a fairly equal opponent. … [Read more...] about Outraged Observations: A positive direction for youth
Outraged Observations: The Return of Ivan Perišić
By 56 CommentsWritten by Allen "Outraged" Strk After a lackluster 2-0 victory over Malta in September, Croatia are back in action for two European qualifiers in a 4-day span starting Friday. A trip to Bulgaria and a home game against Azerbaijan awaits Croatia, as they look to continue to gel under manager Niko Kovač. The lingering questions at the holding midfielder and left … [Read more...] about Outraged Observations: The Return of Ivan Perišić
Barca fall in Paris, Porto shock Shakhtar
By 34 CommentsTuesday 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