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Croatia

/ 15 days ago

Is VAR creating more controversy than it was designed to avoid?

Video Assistant Referee (VAR) technology has brought increased scrutiny, debate and controversy around officiating decisions. Currently, the league is commonplace across Europe, with many leagues across the world implementing the change. The Croatia Premier League has become the latest lightning rod for VAR criticism. Bruno Marić, the head of the Croatian refereeing body, resigned after […]

Croatia

/ 22 days ago

No MLS or Saudi? Club contacts Modric over summer move

It seems like Luka Modric and Real Madrid are nearing the conclusion of their lovely collaboration. This summer, the Croatian will likely leave Spain after a 12-year stay. They reportedly won't offer a new contract to the 38-year-old, who is now in the final months of his deal. It seems like the former Ballon d'Or […]

Croatia

/ 27 days ago

Luka Modric not open to coaching position at Real Madrid

Luka Modric has rapidly fallen out of favor in Carlo Ancelotti's squad at Real Madrid, but that does not mean he is moving to coaching. The latest reports indicate Ancelotti has offered Luka Modric a position as an assistant in the dugout. The former Ballon d'Or winner has only started 16 out of Real Madrid's […]

Croatia

/ 73 days ago

Ex-Premier League flop inks $1 deal to return to childhood club

Hajduk Split recruited a striker with Premier League experience, Nikola Kalinic, for the remainder of the season on minimum wage. The inspiring story of Nikola Kalinic's return to his boyhood club is brimming with joyous nostalgia and unquenchable love. His career, which has been full of ups and downs, Both the highs and the lows […]

Injury News

/ 180 days ago

Perisic suffers season-ending ACL injury in Spurs training

Tottenham Hotspur has revealed that Ivan Perisic has suffered a season-ending injury in training this week. The unfortunate news now most likely means that the versatile midfielder has potentially played his final game with the club. Perisic's current contract at Spurs expires in June 2024. "We can confirm that Ivan Perisic has suffered a complex […]

Croatia

/ 183 days ago

Last dance? Club chief to reach out to Luka Modric in January

Even though Real Madrid midfielder Luka Modric has publicly stated his intention to remain with the club, speculation over his near future continues to dominate the press. This summer, the veteran midfielder signed a contract extension with Real Madrid that would keep him in the Spanish capital until next June. It is thus commonly anticipated […]

dinamo zagreb

/ 232 days ago

Dinamo Zagreb TV Schedule for US viewers

Use this Dinamo Zagreb TV schedule to find out how to watch Croatia's Blues in the USA. Dinamo Zagreb are Croatia's most successful side, and a common competitor in European competitions. Where can I watch the Dinamo Zagreb match? Founded: 1945Stadium: Stadion MaksimirManager: Sergej Jakirović Yugoslav/Croatian league titles: 9 / 24European titles: Inter-Cities Fairs Cup (1967) Dinamo […]

Creating a dream team of soccer players from Yugoslavia

The glory days of Yugoslavia soccer may be long gone, but the countries that emerged from its dissolution still have a lot of soccer talent to offer. Croatia took podium finishes at the last two World Cups. For a country of almost 4 million people, that is unheard of. Serbia is currently underperforming for their […]

Leagues: EPL

/ 242 days ago

Man City breaking transfer record to sign Josko Gvardiol

Manchester City is reportedly close to signing Josko Gvardiol from RB Leipzig in an agreement worth $115 million. The deal would make the center-back the most expensive defender in the history of the sport. Gvardiol would potentially become the club's second summer signing behind fellow countryman Mateo Kovacic. The Croatian midfielder joined the Premier League […]

Croatia

/ 274 days ago

Spain beat Croatia in penalties to win Nations League

Spain held their nerves to beat Croatia 5-4 on penalties to win the UEFA Nations League after both sides had played out a goalless stalemate at the end of extra time. Unai Simon was the hero for the La Roja as he saved twice in the shootout before Dani Carvajal scored the winning penalty. Neither […]

Italy

/ 277 days ago

Late Spain goal sends La Roja through to Nations League Final

Spain earned a spot in the UEFA Nations League Final with a late 2-1 win over Italy. It was a rematch of the 2021 Nations League semifinal between the two. In that game, where Italy was the host, Spain prevailed by the same scoreline. The result sets Spain up with a chance at redemption. After […]

Croatia

/ 278 days ago

Croatia books place in Nations League Final with comeback win

Croatia completed a second-half comeback against the Netherlands to secure a place in the 2023 Nations League Final. The Dutch side took a lead into halftime at home and then added a late equalizer, but would eventually fall in extra time. Croatian captain Luka Modric scored a late penalty to secure the 4-2 victory for […]

Leagues: EPL

/ 283 days ago

Manchester City move closer to signing defender Josko Gvardiol

Manchester City is looking to add yet another top defender to an already-packed list of center backs, as it holds talks with RB Leipzig's Josko Gvardiol. City currently has Ruben Dias, John Stones, Aymeric Laporte, Nathan Ake and Manuel Akanji in central defense. Football Insider reports that the two clubs are currently negotiating a deal […]

Copa del Rey

/ 325 days ago

Modric may miss cup final, Man City matchup with injury

Luka Modric looks set to miss the next few matches for Real Madrid with a hamstring injury. The midfielder last played 63 minutes for the club during a shock LaLiga defeat to Girona on Tuesday. Modric has not trained with his teammates since the match. The Spanish giants have confirmed Modric is dealing with a […]

Croatia

/ 356 days ago

Kovačić double sees Croatia pick up three points in Turkey

Croatia and Turkey battled in UEFA European Championship qualifying on Tuesday. Croatia had heartbreak at home in matchday one, suffering a late equalizer against Wales. On the other hand, Turkey came back in its game to defeat Armenia, 2-1. Therefore, Turkey had the chance to get breathing room in a tough Group D in European […]