Would you play Kovačić as the CDM #6 behind Modrić to open up an additional offensive slot for Kramarić or Majer? To do so, Dalić would have to bench Brozović. In Croatia's last 19 tournament matches (Euro 2020, World Cup 2022, Nations League 2024), the Vatreni are only scoring 1.26 goals/game in the first 90 minutes of each match. Scoring is a problem...so something has to … [Read more...] about Euro 2024 Hot Take: Play Kova As The 6, Bench Brozović
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Where Is All This Kovačić Love Coming From???
By 52 CommentsThe days of Dalić playing two #8's in the Croatian midfield (Modrić + Kovačić) must end. Sit Kova so we can play a true #10 like a Lovro Majer in front of Luka. I'm beating this debate like a dead horse. I understand that. I'm simply trying to figure out where all this Kova love is coming from and why all his lovers are so big on him in the Croatian midfield. Honestly, he plays … [Read more...] about Where Is All This Kovačić Love Coming From???
Happy Easter/Sretan Uskrs CroatianSports.com Nation!
By 9 Comments🐣🇭🇷Happy Easter/Sretan Usrks CroatianSports.com Nation! Ante and Co. wish you and your families a wonderful and blessed day… Hopefully by this time next year, Luka Modrić will have already announced his plans to play in the 2026 World Cup! … [Read more...] about Happy Easter/Sretan Uskrs CroatianSports.com Nation!
Majer For President! Kovačić Must Sit At Euro 2024
By 100 CommentsThis is what I've been saying since Rakitić left the squad in 2018! And I will be saying it all the way to my death bed. Playing Kovačić next to Modrić is a complete waste of a spot in the Croatian starting XI, especially with Brozović sitting behind both as the #6 CDM. When Kova plays, it takes a slot away from a Majer playing his natural #10 CAM position or Kramarić … [Read more...] about Majer For President! Kovačić Must Sit At Euro 2024
Croatia Defeat Egypt 4-2 in Cairo Friendly With Goals From Vlašić, Petković, Kramarić & Majer
By 88 CommentsFINAL: The boys woke up from an anemic offensive display against Tunisia on Saturday with 4 goals from Vlašić, Petković, Kramarić and Majer. The attack looked much more lively in the 1st half as Kovačić started the match on the bench in lieu of Majer.Both Egypt goals were scored from set pieces. 87': GOOOOOALLLL!! Kramarić lays the ball to Majer at the top of the box. Majer … [Read more...] about Croatia Defeat Egypt 4-2 in Cairo Friendly With Goals From Vlašić, Petković, Kramarić & Majer
Croatia Play Out 0-0 Snoozefest Against Tunisia, Win 5-4 In Penalty Kick Shootout To Setup Friendly vs. Egypt Tuesday
By 153 CommentsI know this was just a friendly, but aren't friendlies scheduled to try new tactics? Not just new players. It looks like Dalić is married to the midfield core of Modrić, Brozović, and Kovačić and won't get away from it in 2024. I was hoping he would bench Kova to free up a spot for Majer as the #10 CAM; or for Kramarić to drop back behind the #9 striker (Budimir or Petković). … [Read more...] about Croatia Play Out 0-0 Snoozefest Against Tunisia, Win 5-4 In Penalty Kick Shootout To Setup Friendly vs. Egypt Tuesday
Which Wingers Will Step Up For Croatia In 2024 With Perišić Likely Out?
By 29 CommentsMy main concern (and hole to fill) for Euro 2024 is the two winger positions. It used to be striker, however, with Budimir hot in La Liga, we can only assume the #9 role is his to lose this summer in Germany. We have to anticipate Perišić will not be ready for Euro in three months and Dalić will have to find other solutions. If Perišić is ready, great! But we are less than 90 … [Read more...] about Which Wingers Will Step Up For Croatia In 2024 With Perišić Likely Out?
Budimir Sent Home With Fever, Will Miss Both Matches This Week
By 25 CommentsAnte Budimir has been sent home due to a “fever” and will not play in Croatia’s two friendlies this week, the HNS made official today. Budimir is currently the 2nd leading scorer in La Liga this season. Many believe -- including myself -- that Croatia’s #9 striker role is his to lose at Euro 2024. Absolute shame. In the long run this shouldn't change things too much. I can … [Read more...] about Budimir Sent Home With Fever, Will Miss Both Matches This Week
Croatia vs. Tunisia Friendly Moved To March 23rd In Cairo — 4PM (ET) Kickoff
By 47 CommentsThe match can be viewed on FIFA+ for free once you create an account and verify email address. The first international break of 2024 is upon us and Croatia's new kits have been unveiled. So what's next? Here's what you need to know about the two international friendlies that are taking place this week for the Vatreni: -Croatia will now face Tunisia in Cairo, Egypt March … [Read more...] about Croatia vs. Tunisia Friendly Moved To March 23rd In Cairo — 4PM (ET) Kickoff