It was a slow weekend for Croatians in football as German national team and Bayern Munich goalkeeper Manuel Neuer stole the headlines in Croatia. Neuer (white shirt in video) is currently vacationing in Dalmacija with some of his Croatian buddies, including former Croatian water polo player, Nikša Dobud, who was part of the gold medal winning Croatia water polo team at the 2012 Olympics. While knocking down some beers at a kafić on the Makarska Riviera, Neuer was caught singing “Lijepa Li Si” with his Croatian crew and even got in the water to play goalie for some water polo shots.
Neuer singling “Lijepa Li Si”
Ante Rebić didn’t score vs. Napoli Sunday night but he did stay hot with an assist on the opening goal. Rebić called for a pass on the outside of the box and put a perfect cross to a wide open Theo Hernandez on the back post. AC Milan have yet to lose a game since the restart while their Croatian finds himself on the scoresheet in every game except one. With the draw, AC Milan sit two points behind Napoli for the last Europa League berth.
Rebić assists on AC Milan goal
Former Croatia manager Slaven Bilić and his West Brom side are three matches away from securing a berth into next season’s English top flight. They are currently in 2nd place in England’s second division and control their own destiny if they can secure seven points from the last three matches. On Saturday, Croatian midfielder, Filip Krovinović, scored the lone West Brom goal in a 1-1 draw against Blackburn with a volley from inside the box. Krovinović is currently on loan from Benfica in Portugal but is sure to stay in England if the club is promoted.
Krovinović Goal
Luka Modrić got the start for Real Madrid Friday in a 2-0 victory over Alaves. Modrić received an 8/10 grade: “At almost 35 years old he’s still remarkably active. Dribbles, crosses from the wing, tireless physical performance… He’s having a fine end to the season. “Well done lad!” Ramos shouted at him from the stands, to the laughter from the Croat.” Real Madrid currently have a 1-point lead on Barcelona as well as a game in hand with only three remaining. Two more wins will seal the La Liga crown for Los Blancos.
Mateo Kovačić returned to the Chelsea bench Saturday after a minor Achilles tendon injury sidelined him. He did not play in the 3-0 loss to Sheffield United.
Ha! I’d like to know his blood alchohol level. Rules should be different for Hrvati. I’m always functioning pickled.
What?
No! Not Brozovic too?!!?
Oh…Thank God. He was just drinking and driving.
For a second, I thought he was singing a song about his love for a nation and its people.
https://www.football-italia.net/155737/report-brozovic-charged-drink-driving
Rebic (6.5): With an amazing assist and a performance full of grit and desire, Ante once again showed how crucial he is for the Rossoneri with his presence.
He is looking more and more skilled by the game.
Pioli is plus one in my book.
Boban did a good job laying the foundation.
Modrić would have been a game changer for them.
Hahaha
Manuel legenda
One of the old dudes singing along looks like vojislav seselj too
Awesome if Luka wins another La Liga.
Any idea if he’s got a legit shot at their player of the season? Who else could they give it to? Probably that homo Ramos.
Juventus get help from the ref to tie Atalanta…ruins the game!
Luka Modric—8:
Since returning from the break Modric has played with an added spark and his youth shining through. One of the more up-beat midfielders in the match and helped out a lot in defence. Three shots and four dribbles.
Modric
At almost 35 years old he’s still remarkably active. Dribbles, crosses from the wing, tireless physical performance… He’s having a fine end to the season. “Well done lad!” Ramos shouted at him from the stands, to the laughter from the Croat. 8/10
Luka Modrić today-
“The best player in the middle. Smart play from the Croatian in all areas of the field. Stepped up his performance after the break.”
Where’s the Croatian Pusilic Brekalo?
70 Minutes
66 Touches
47 Passes
92.2% Accuracy
8/8 Long Balls
1 Key Pass
3 Shoots
8 Duels Won
4/5 Dribbles
Let’s take a minute to appreciate this legend.
Some labelled Modric as bust, now in discussion as Madrid’s greatest midfielder off all time.