More than 30,000 members of Torcida, citizens of Split and supporters of other Croatian clubs gathered on the Splitska Riva Saturday afternoon in protest of the HNS (Croatian Soccer Federation). Maybe the Croatian flare throwing in Milan was just the beginning of having their voices heard. We've known for years how bad the HNL and HNS have been run, but now Croatian … [Read more...] about Torcida vs. HNS
Archives for November 2014
Dinamo Crash and Burn, Rijeka Shine *Video*
By 15 CommentsAnother match, another disappointment for Dinamo Zagreb on the European stage. It is becoming more and more clear that Dinamo will not be advancing from the group stages this season after their 1-0 defeat to Romania’s Astra FC, a team they beat 5-1 at Maksimir in September. Dinamo was not without their chances, but Soudani, Angelo Henriquez, and Wilson Eduardo were all … [Read more...] about Dinamo Crash and Burn, Rijeka Shine *Video*
Marijan Čiklić Memorial Fund
By 15 CommentsIt is with great sadness and a heavy heart that I must report that 26 year-old Marijan Čiklić, a very dear member of the CroatianSports.com family, passed away Monday, November 24th during a work trip as a merchant marine in Seattle, Washington. He is survived by his parents Boško and Femi, and brother Ivan. Although Marijan was rarely seen on camera with the … [Read more...] about Marijan Čiklić Memorial Fund
Croatians Around the NBA: Week 4
By 5 CommentsPhoto:AP/Sue Ogrocki An injury scare didn’t affect Andrew Bogut and the Golden State Warriors. They went on and managed their second consecutive undefeated week. It began on Friday, where Bogut played against his fellow Australians Dante Exum, Joe Ingles and the Utah Jazz. Golden State won comfortably again at home, as they were up by 28 at the end of the third quarter. … [Read more...] about Croatians Around the NBA: Week 4
HNL Week 16
By 8 CommentsCroatia’s marquee match was scheduled for this Saturday, but was called off due to HNK Hajduk Split’s refusal to take the field. After many conflicting reports, it has been officially stated that the police submitted a list of 92 members of Torcida to the Dinamo Zagreb management stating they have been “black listed” due to behavioral concerns. These fans had no prior … [Read more...] about HNL Week 16
Croatians Around the NBA: Week 3
By 9 CommentsPhoto: AP/Ben Margot Andrew Bogut takes the main headlines this week, as he played an integral part in Golden State going 3-0 over the past week. After losing back-to-back games, the Warriors got back to their unselfish passing ways. In a 107-99 win over Brooklyn, they had 30 assists on 41 shots made. Bogut had five of them, including another double double. It was a … [Read more...] about Croatians Around the NBA: Week 3
Modrić out 3 months
By 30 CommentsLuka Modrić has been ruled out for a minimum of three months after tearing a tendon his his thigh Sunday against Italy. We all saw the 29 year-old Real Madrid midfielder pull up short twice halfway through the first half, but it's not as bad as it originally looked. So what does this mean? Absolutely nothing. Croatia's next qualifier is March … [Read more...] about Modrić out 3 months
MNK Dinamo Helps Honor Vukovar
By 8 CommentsWhether you agree with the tactics or not, protests are abound in Croatian soccer. We all saw the display put on by fans during the most recent match featuring Croatia and Italy, where fans stopped the match by throwing flares onto the field, almost handing Italy an automatic 3-0 lead. The actions are not exclusive to international matches. Fan behavior like this … [Read more...] about MNK Dinamo Helps Honor Vukovar