CroatianSoccerReport.com caught up with 33 year-old Croatian backup goalkeeper, Vedran Runje, earlier this week in Rovinj; and found out in shocking fashion that he has quit the Croatian national team after only being capped six times in the past three years. Allegedly, Runje was extremely upset when coach Slaven Bilić named Hajduk goalie, Danijel Subašić, ahead of Runje on … [Read more...] about HAPPY APRIL FOOL’S DAY!
Archives for March 2009
CROATIA-ANDORRA PREDICTION TIME
By 46 CommentsCroatia travel to Andorra on Wednesday in what should be an easy walkthrough victory for the 'Vatreni'. Although this game and all its goals won't count towards a playoff spot, it can still help Croatia catch England on goal differential. So what will the scoreboard show at the final whistle and how do you think Bilić will mix up this Croatian side? Darijo (Ukraine), Adrien … [Read more...] about CROATIA-ANDORRA PREDICTION TIME
THE BOYS ARE BACK IN TOWN
By 18 CommentsThe Croatian squad landed in Zagreb earlier this week as they once again reunite for their 2010 World Cup qualifier against Andorra next Wednesday. Pure excitement could be felt as players touched down from all over Europe to join the rest of the team. I might be biased in saying this, but I have never seen an international team show this much love for one another. Players … [Read more...] about THE BOYS ARE BACK IN TOWN
CROATIAN INDEPENDENCE DAY SMALL GOALS TOURNAMENT
By 12 CommentsCLICK FLIER TO ENLARGE I would like to invite all Croatians to come participate in the 3RD ANNUAL CROATIAN INDEPENDENCE DAY SMALL GOALS TOURNAMENT Saturday, May 23, 2009 San Pedro, CA - Field of Dreams (San Pedro is located 20 minutes south of Downtown Los Angeles) There will be two divisions to participate in: 1st Division- Competitive 2nd Division- … [Read more...] about CROATIAN INDEPENDENCE DAY SMALL GOALS TOURNAMENT
CROATIANS AROUND EUROPE
By 9 CommentsEngland Niko Kranjčar had another good game as his Portsmouth side stunned Everton 2-1 with a late Peter Crouch goal. Kranjčar flipped the ball into the box which led to Pompey's first goal. Niko's stock is still rising as he plans to leave the club in the summer for a better opportunity. Does anyone think Kranjčar will stay with Portsmouth past this season? With this … [Read more...] about CROATIANS AROUND EUROPE
23RD ROUND HNL RESULTS
By 6 CommentsHere are the results for March 22nd... Hajduk Split [2 -0] NK Zagreb Dinamo Zagreb [0 - 0] NK Osijek NK Rijeka [3 - 2] Croatia Sesvete Slaven Belupo [1 - 1] Cibalia Vinkovci Varteks Varaždin [0 - 0] NK Zadar HNK Šibenik [4 - 0] Inter Zaprešić HAJDUK HIGHLIGHTS With Hajduk's easy 2-0 win over NK Zagreb and Dinamo's scoreless slip-up against … [Read more...] about 23RD ROUND HNL RESULTS
MODRIĆ SCORES BEAUTY TO SINK CHELSEA
By 16 CommentsAHHHH...LIFE IS GOOD! Luka Modrić scored the biggest goal of his life Saturday afternoon as Tottenham beat Premier League giants Chelsea; 1-0 at White Heart Lane. Modrić took a rifled cross from Aaron Lennon and 'one-timed' the ball right into the corner of the net. There was nothing Chelsea goalkeeper, Petr Cech, could do. MODRIĆ GOAL AND … [Read more...] about MODRIĆ SCORES BEAUTY TO SINK CHELSEA
CHAMPION’S LEAGUE DRAW ANNOUNCED
By 3 CommentsThe 2009 UEFA Champion's League quarterfinal and semifinal draws are set. Quarterfinal #1 Eduardo and his Arsenal FC club will take on Villareal. Thoughts: An incredibly favorable draw for the Gunners. They should move onto the semis. Quarterfinal #2 Manchester United lock horns with FC Porto. Thoughts: United should lock up a birth to the semis in the first … [Read more...] about CHAMPION’S LEAGUE DRAW ANNOUNCED
HAMBURG THROUGH TO QUARTERS
By 2 CommentsIvica Olić sealed the deal late for Hamburg as the German club moves on to the UEFA Cup quarterfinals. With Petrić sidelined due to a torn thigh muscle, Guerrero and Olić picked up the slack for Hamburg scoring three goals in the last half hour of play. These goals came in handy as Galatasaray picked up an early 2-0 lead. In other UEFA Cup Round of 16 news, current … [Read more...] about HAMBURG THROUGH TO QUARTERS