Croatia defeated the African runners-up Algeria 31-20 as they picked up yet another easy victory and can now focus their attention on what lies ahead. It was the Ivan Čupic show in the first half, as he scored seven of Croatia's 15 to give them a three goal lead after a half hour. Croatia looked sloppy by their standards but had the quality and speed on the counterattack to see … [Read more...] about Croatia moves to 2-0 with win over Algeria
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World Handball Championship Preivew
By 5 CommentsThe 2013 men's handball world championships kicks off Saturday for Croatia as they look to continue their streak of being in the medals at major tournaments. The tournament will be hosted by Spain, and given Europe's domination in handball, 12 of the 24 teams are European. In the group stage, there will be four groups of six, with the top four from each advancing to … [Read more...] about World Handball Championship Preivew
2012 London Olympics: Day 11
By 30 CommentsCaptain Miranda Tatari (#2) fought back tears as she saluted the fans with her teammates Croatia exited the Women's handball tournament after losing 25-22 to Spain as they failed to deal with injuries and Spain's defense. The game was fairly equal through the first 40 minutes with Spain defending very well, as Croatia relied on captain Miranda Tatari and Andrea … [Read more...] about 2012 London Olympics: Day 11
EURO 2012: A Final Look In
By 17 CommentsPhoto: Rob Uvanovic/CroatianSports.com Written by Rob Uvanović I’ve been waiting my whole life to watch the Croatian national team play live – and by traveling to Euro 2012 with my father and having the privilege to watch all three Croatia matches, we were both able to check something off our bucket list. As a Croatian-American that grew up in the US, the Vatreni have … [Read more...] about EURO 2012: A Final Look In
EURO 2012: After the Dust has Settled
By 29 CommentsPhoto: AP WHAT WE LEARNED: -We could very well be witnessing the greatest team in football history...and Spain can make that official, without a doubt, with a win at the 2014 World Cup in Brazil -Ronaldo can carry Portugal by himself (the non-penalty take will only make him stronger) -Teams that have the talent, but also mental blockage, that prevent … [Read more...] about EURO 2012: After the Dust has Settled
What Could Have Been
By 92 CommentsPhoto: Facebook.com/priznajem.HRVATsam Croatia was one Ivan Rakitić header away from not only clinching a spot in the Euro 2012 quarterfinals, but dethroning the current Euro and World Cup champions, Spain, all in the blink of an eye. With Italy expected to win against the Irish, Croatia knew they needed a result and had to play a near flawless game against the Spaniards … [Read more...] about What Could Have Been
Croatia vs Spain from Alpine Village
By 60 CommentsPhoto: CroatianSports.com It wasn't the most glorious day for Croatian fans, but we should be proud of our boys the way they played against Spain, the world's best. Here's a look at what happened at Alpine Village in Torrance, CA. Please send your own pictures to info@CroatianSports.com so we can post your game experience on the site and share it with the rest of the … [Read more...] about Croatia vs Spain from Alpine Village
Croatia Bow Out in Proud Fashion
By 305 CommentsPhoto: Jutarnji There's little to say after the Croatia-Spain match Monday night. Slaven Bilić managed a tactically perfect game against the world's best. He brought in defensive minded Domagoj Vida, taking out striker Nikica Jelavić. Spain had few real opportunities on goal, and as well as could be expected, both teams entered their locker rooms tied 0-0. It was then … [Read more...] about Croatia Bow Out in Proud Fashion
What’s in a Game?
By 147 CommentsOn Monday, Croatia will take on reigning Euro title holders and current World Cup Champions, Spain, with a Euro 2012 quarterfinal berth on the line. Croatia control their own fate as a win or 2-2 (or higher) draw against Spain will see the Vatreni into the knockout stages no matter what Italy does against Ireland. Both matches kickoff simultaneously at 2:45PM (ET). Croatia also … [Read more...] about What’s in a Game?