Alright, I'll be the first one to admit that covering U-17 soccer is a bit ridiculous. Sure, these kids are the future of Croatian soccer, but at the same time, only one or two of these guys (historically speaking) is going to become a force for the senior side. And this is basically Croatia's high school team we're talking about. Nonetheless, no matter what age … [Read more...] about Mladi Vatreni Down zie Germans
Archives for October 2015
NBA Eastern Conference Preview
By 19 CommentsAfter a long summer of several high-profile moves and astonishing new contracts, the NBA is finally back. A possible resurgence from the Eastern Conference seems to be possible this year. Teams such as Miami, Toronto, Milwaukee have retooled their starting lineups with high-priced signings. Young teams such as Orlando and Boston could present problems as well. Here are my … [Read more...] about NBA Eastern Conference Preview
Croatians Around Europe *IX*
By 56 CommentsENGLAND It hasn't been about the Croatian players in the Premiership this season, rather the Croatian coach. Former Croatia manager Slaven Bilić slayed yet another English giant this weekend in Jose Mourniho's Chelsea. West Ham defeated last year's Premier League champions 2-1 at Upton Park after both manager Jose Mourinho and Nemanja Matic were sent … [Read more...] about Croatians Around Europe *IX*
Heartbreak at Maksimir
By 156 CommentsA devastating loss for Dinamo came after after 90 minutes of hard a fought match against Greek champions, Olympiakos. The Modri saw the bulk of possession in the first half and ended the first 45 minutes on par with their opponents on the scoreboard, but a seemingly impossible goal in the 79th minute by Brown Ideye countered their efforts for even a draw at the … [Read more...] about Heartbreak at Maksimir
HNL Week 13
By 110 CommentsGabrijel Boban shocked Dinamo Zagreb on Friday evening when he scored the opening goal of the match in the first 17 seconds. Zagreb showed no fear against the mighty Dinamo and it paid off at first. Through their wide open play, they created several chances - chances that maybe should have been finished off with a goal. But their open play also gave Dinamo the … [Read more...] about HNL Week 13
Croatians Around Europe *VIII*
By 51 CommentsFRANCE Mario Pasalic netted his 1st league goal of the season for Monaco in their 1-1 Friday draw with Lyon. Pasalic got on the end of a corner in the 39th minute and headed home the match's opening goal. The Chelsea loanee and Danijel Subasic both played the full 90 minutes. Subasic made 5 saves and was not at fault for the goal. Monaco are tied for eighth in Ligue … [Read more...] about Croatians Around Europe *VIII*
Tuesday Night Funnies: Time To Exhale
By 108 CommentsWe can all relax now. Croatia is in. The Vatreni will be in France. Exhale. (Breath in and rinse and repeat if needed.) Croatia needed a bit of help on the last day but all that matters is that they have qualified for Euro 2016. And for those of you requiring change at the top of the HNS to once again enjoy watching and supporting the team, I tell you … [Read more...] about Tuesday Night Funnies: Time To Exhale
Croatia Headed To France! Italy Help Out…Again
By 372 CommentsGoing into Tuesday night's game against Malta, Croatia did not control their own destiny for automatic qualification to Euro 2016. They needed to beat the Maltese AND have Italy defeat OR draw Norway. And it didn't look good for Croatia early as Norway would score in the 23rd minute off an Alexander Tettey strike from outside the box. Italy was already qualified; the … [Read more...] about Croatia Headed To France! Italy Help Out…Again