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/ 28 days ago

Mourinho allows Dzeko to join Hajduk, another veteran to follow?

In a turn of events that has captured the attention of Balkan soccer fans, Edin Dzeko is reportedly preparing to leave Fenerbahce earlier than anticipated. The Bosnian star has received an enticing offer that could see him transferring to Hajduk Split. It would be a move that the newly appointed sports director of Hajduk, Nikola […]

UEFA Euro 2024

/ 31 days ago

Euro 2024 struggles signal end of Croatia golden generation

I found myself at a beach bar in front of a giant TV screen and surrounded by hundreds of fans of every age group adorned in red-and-white checkered soccer jerseys. The music was blaring from the speakers as if the fans needed any motivation before kick-off to get into the mood. The conversations around me […]

UEFA Euro 2024

/ 32 days ago

Italy wins knockout berth with 1-1 draw over Croatia

Croatia and Italy entered their do-or-die game with a knockout round spot on the line. Croatia needed a win to advance as one of the second-place teams — finishing third with only two points would likely not be enough. Italy could earn an automatic knockout round bid by winning or drawing against Croatia. If Spain […]

UEFA Euro 2024

/ 32 days ago

Has Italy done enough to show it is a Euro 2024 contender?

Italy and Croatia face off in matchday three at Red Bull Arena in Leipzig, Germany. Both are in the running to advance from Group B alongside Spain, as the Spaniards knocked off both sides in group play. Italy's 1-0 loss at the hands of Spain happened at the same time as Croatia's 2-2 draw with […]

News

/ 37 days ago

Inter Miami not giving up on adding Madrid star to Messi's roster

Luka Modric, the legendary midfielder for Real Madrid, has recently stirred up speculation about his future. He revealed that he has made a decision about his career, although he has yet to make it public. The 38-year-old's contract with Real Madrid expires at the end of the current season, and discussions about an extension have […]

UEFA Euro 2024

/ 37 days ago

Euro 2024 rages on as matchday two starts up

The torrential, thundering rains that poured down could not stop the surging electricity in Germany as Euro 2024 continued with another two exciting games. Group F kicked off as a sleeper squad Turkey faced first-timers Georgia. To start off, Mert Muldur struck a thunderbolt of a ball that came from a stray Turkey cross, which […]

UEFA Euro 2024

/ 41 days ago

Fabian Ruiz propels Spain in domination of Croatia

Spain started their Euro 2024 run with a commanding 3-0 victory against Croatia on Saturday, with Fabian Ruiz playing a starring role. While all tournament games are crucial, the matchup was immense considering how competitive Group B is. Along with the two continental heavyweights, reigning European champions Italy is in the group as well. Losing […]

UEFA Euro 2024

/ 42 days ago

Euro 2024 jumps into full motion with three-game Saturday

Euro 2024 will get into full swing with three exciting group-stage matches on Saturday. At 9 a.m. ET, Hungary and Switzerland battle as they look to get out on top of Group A. Hungary is on an incredible rise, evoking comparisons to the 1954 team that finished second at the World Cup. It qualified for […]

UEFA Euro 2024

/ 42 days ago

Croatia brings optimism into Euro 2024 as fans ready for success

Euro 2024 in Germany is upon us, and there is an air of optimism and excitement surrounding the Croatia national team. Croatia has exhibited international success of late. Most recently, it was a third-place finish at the World Cup in Qatar. The quest for European success starts with the side's opening match on Saturday against […]

News

/ 43 days ago

Ex-Milan boss Gennaro Gattuso lands surprise job in Croatia

In a surprising yet thrilling development, Croatian Hajduk Split has announced that Gennaro Gattuso will lead the team next season. The 46-year-old has signed a contract with Hajduk that will keep him in Split until the summer of 2026. He is expected to arrive next week to begin preparations and will be officially presented at […]

UEFA Euro 2024

/ 66 days ago

Modric leads Croatia into Euro 2024 in likely last hurrah

Croatia national team manager Zlatko Dalić has officially selected his squad for Euro 2024. The country, despite its relatively small size, has established itself as a European powerhouse in the sport. Croatia is 128th globally in total citizens, but the team currently ranks 10th in the world by FIFA. This rating is also good enough […]

News

/ 111 days ago

Dinamo Zagreb makes public plea for Modric to join club in summer

Croatian side Dinamo Zagreb has made an interesting move in their efforts to re-sign Luka Modric. While many clubs tend to work behind the scenes with transfer business, the reigning SuperSport HNL champions went public with their plea regarding the midfielder. Mirko Barisic, Zagreb's president, purchased a page in Saturday's edition of Marca calling for […]

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/ 145 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

/ 152 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

/ 157 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 […]