ATP Schedule-Winners Sep 9, 2008
Feb. 25-March 1 Zagreb Indoors, SI (Sergiy Stakhovsky). Feb. 25-March 2 RMK Championships, HI (Steve Darcis). (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
England eager to break Croatia run Sep 8, 2008
England hope to put behind their gloomy recent experiences against Croatia when they travel to Zagreb on Wednesday for an early key World Cup qualifier ... "Even though losing (in Zagreb) two years ago is at the back of the players' minds, we are not seeking revenge but three points.". (International Herald Tribune -- Health)
France upset as big guns hit World Cup trail Sep 8, 2008
A more accurate reading of the task facing Capello as he tries to restore Englands flagging fortunes comes on Wednesday when they play Croatia in Zagreb. Croatia, who beat England twice in qualifying for Euro 2008, trounced Kazakhstan 3-0. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
England players lacking confidence against Croatia Sep 8, 2008
England can afford to lose to fifth-ranked Croatia in Zagreb and still win the qualifying group to clinch an automatic berth at the 2010 tournament in South Africa, but the failure to rack up a hatful of goals against Andorra means some of that margin for error is gone ... They have failed to do so for much of England's recent history, most spectacularly when losing 2-0 in Zagreb and then 3-2 to the same opponent at Wembley a result that ended Steve McClaren's tenure as manager and led to an... (International Herald Tribune -- Travel)
England not out for revenge Sep 8, 2008
England's senior players, including David Beckham and John Terry, are attempting to quash any talk of revenge as they prepare for a World Cup qualifier against Croatia in Zagreb on Wednesday that could begin to define the new Fabio Capello era ... Their return to Zagreb, so early in the World Cup qualifying campaign, is certain to bring calls for both revenge and redemption but Beckham, in particular, is anxious to avoid any further hype ... Beckham's message was echoed by his captain Terry in... (iAfrica.com)
The muppet show Sep 7, 2008
The next stop for many of these fans is Zagreb - for England's grudge match against Croatia on Wednesday. The recent record against the Croats is bleak. (BBC News -- UK)
England Could Survive World Cup Soccer Defeat to Croatia, Ex-Coach Says Sep 7, 2008
England plays minnow Andorra in Barcelona in its opening match tomorrow, then four days later faces one of its toughest tests in Zagreb. Croatia beat England twice in keeping it out of this year's European Championship. (Bloomberg -- Latin America)
England football coach puts pressure on Croatia Sep 7, 2008
After Capello's side made heavy weather of beating Andorra 2-0 in their opening qualifier on Saturday, the England coach could be forgiven for employing a safety-first approach in Zagreb this week. England lacked guile and movement during a woeful first half at the Olympic Stadium in Barcelona, and although they improved marginally in the second half, it was hardly a display to have Croatia quaking in their boots. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Ten dead in Croatia coach crash Sep 7, 2008
The accident happened around 6am (1400 AEST) near Zir on the motorway near Croatia's Adriatic coast linking the capital Zagreb and the port of Split. The coach which had Slovak number plates was carrying about 50 passengers, but their nationality was not immediately known, police said. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Germany thrash Liechtenstein, France fall to Austria Sep 7, 2008
Chelsea's Joe Cole was the hero of the day, scoring two goals to seal the English a 2-0 win in a Group 6 play while Luka Modric scored as Croatia beat Kazakhstan 3-0 in Zagreb to head the group. Ukrainians managed a 1-0 win over Belarus. (Xinhuanet, China)
Fabio in a tight spot Sep 6, 2008
Another lacklustre performance this time would be greeted with an equally unsympathetic reaction that could destabilise England ahead of their crucial tie against Croatia in Zagreb on Wednesday. Capello desperately needs to see signs that his side are heading in the right direction against Andorra but he will be relying on a team shorn of several key players. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Long road to Africa Sep 6, 2008
Today, they should swat aside Andorra in Barcelona but a trip to Zagreb on Wednesday to face a Croatia side, which ended the reign of Capellos hapless predecessor Steve McClaren, will be a more challenging proposition. English connection: EPL stars, striker Nicolas Anelka (left) and defender Patrice Evra, run during Frances training session on the eve of their match against Austria today. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
The long road to Africa Sep 5, 2008
On Saturday, they should swat aside Andorra in Barcelona, but a trip to Zagreb on Wednesday to face a Croatia side, which ended the reign of Capello's hapless predecessor Steve McClaren, will be a more challenging proposition. The traditional injury scare which accompanies England on such occasions brought news that experienced defender Rio Ferdinand will travel despite missing training as he bids to shrug off a sore back. (iAfrica.com)
* SOUTH AFRICA 2010: Owen snubbed by Capello, Bullard called up as cover Sep 2, 2008
Whether Capello can afford to be without Owen, one of only four players to score 40 goals for England, is a debatable point, if not for the meeting with Andorra in Barcelona on Saturday, then certainly for the crunch clash against Croatia in Zagreb four days later. Instead, Capello has stuck with the four strikers from the squad that earned mixed reviews for their performance in the draw against the Czech Republic at Wembley on Aug. 20. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Spurs sign Corluka and Pavlyuchenko Sep 1, 2008
He joins fellow Croatia international Luka Modric at Tottenham following his move from Dynamo Zagreb in July. Corluka, who also moved to England from Dynamo in 2007, made 41 appearances for City and played in every one of Croatia's matches at Euro 2008. (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
Hargreaves to miss England games Aug 29, 2008
England begin their 2010 qualifying campaign against Andorra in Barcelona next Saturday, before a key game against Croatia in Zagreb four days later. Liverpool captain Gerrard has already been ruled out after undergoing groin surgery and will be sidelined for two weeks. (BBCSlovak.com)
Green Wave seniors come together Aug 28, 2008
Sara Radosevic and Luna Rebrovic gave the class an international flavor, from Zagreb, Croatia. On Aug. 26, 2005, in Coach Liz Kritza's debut, Tulane had a three-set victory over Nicholls State, and six of the seven freshmen played. (Nola.com -- Sports)
* Croatian teen clinches first ATP title Aug 25, 2008
The Zagreb resident looked surprisingly nervous in the later stages, conceding his serve for a second time in the tenth game along with the set. Marin Cilic returns to Mardy Fish during the mens singles final at the Pilot Pen championship on Saturday in New Haven. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Croatian farmers eager to access a wider EU market with specialty products Aug 19, 2008
"The problems are small and fractured estates, old and uneducated population, dated technology, poorly developed market infrastructure," said Damir Kovacic, a professor at Zagreb University ... "Our vegetables are perhaps a bit more pricey but they are homegrown, freshly picked, untreated with chemicals," said Nada Suskovic, a vendor at Zagreb's main farmers' market. (International Herald Tribune -- Money Report)
* SHOOTING: Pang Wei picks up hosts second gold of the Games Aug 10, 2008
Thank God its over because I was so nervous, said the champion, who came second behind Li in the 2006 world championships in Zagreb, Croatia. I had a headache this morning. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Laura Côté Tabbed Preseason All-Conference USA Aug 5, 2008
The Zagreb, Croatia, native currently ranks second on the Wave's all-time kills list with 1,469 ... Sara Radosevic Tulane OH 6-1 Sr. Zagreb, Croatia Ksenkja Vlaskovic Tulane OH/OPP 6-1 Jr. Pozarevac, Serbia Bridget Wells Tulane OH 6-3 Sr. Raleigh, N.C. Ivana Bozic UAB OH 6-1 Sr. Arandjelovac, Serbia Lilly Domingos UAB MB 6-4 Sr. Franca, Brazil Nevena Stefanov UAB S 6-0 Sr. Belgrade, Serbia negro. (Gotigersgo.com)
Reporters on the job Aug 5, 2008
"They turned out to be a couple of guys from Zagreb, Croatia 'two Crazy Croats' they call themselves who had ridden for 121 days to Beijing to be here for the Olympics. "They were just coming up on the entrance to the Forbidden City, and you can imagine the size of the smiles on their faces as a friend took their photo," says Peter. "Even a policeman gave them time for the photos before moving them on. " Matthew Clark Africa/Americas editor Monday, Aug. 4: Pietermaritzburg, South... (Christian Science Monitor -- World)
World's Most Expensive Cities Aug 2, 2008
Saturday, August 02, 2008. World's Most Expensive Cities Zack O'Malley Greenburg, Forbes. (Channelnewsasia.com)
Luka: Spurs on verge of great future Jul 31, 2008
5mil from Dynamo Zagreb before this year s Euro 2008 and much is expected of the jewel of Croatia s international side. Spurs have been active in the transfer market this summer with Ireland captain Keane leaving to join Liverpool for 19mil on Monday, a few days after the departure of former England goalkeeper Paul Robinson to Blackburn Rovers. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Cadel injures knee Jul 31, 2008
BOXING: Mate Parlov, an Olympic and world champion light heavyweight boxer from the former Yugoslavia, died Tuesday, five months after beign diagnosed with lung cancer, sports officials said Wednesday in Zagreb, Croatia. The Croatian was 59. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Modric says Spurs on verge of great future Jul 30, 2008
5 million pounds from Dynamo Zagreb before this year's European Championship finals and much is expected of the jewel of Croatia's international side. Today in Sports. (International Herald Tribune)
Jewish Group Condemns Nazi Funeral Jul 30, 2008
ZAGREB, Croatia The funeral of a former Nazi concentration camp commander was used to celebrate his crimes, a Jewish human rights group said Tuesday and urged Croatia's president to investigate. Dinko Sakic's funeral was an "outrageous display of unrepentant racism, anti-Semitism and xenophobia," the Simon Wiesenthal Center's Israeli branch director, Efraim Zuroff, said in a letter addressed to President Stipe Mesic and faxed to The Associated Press. (Newsmax)
Goalkeeper Robinson leaves Spurs for Blackburn Jul 26, 2008
Robinson made a number of errors after completely missing his kick from a back pass, which ended up in the net, in a 2-0 defeat by Croatia in England's October 2006 qualifier in Zagreb. He was restored to the squad by new manager Fabio Capello for the friendly with France in Paris in March but was then left out of a 30-man party for the friendlies against the United States and Trinidad & Tobago in May. (International Herald Tribune)
Martic upsets ex-champ Zakopalova in Slovenia Jul 24, 2008
Martic broke into the top 300 only on Monday, a day after winning a satellite event, the Zagreb Open. She then beat Angelique Kerber of Germany in the first round for her first win on the main tour. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Tennis)
Dinko Sakic, at 87; head of WWII Croatian camp Jul 23, 2008
ZAGREB, Croatia - Dinko Sakic, the last known living commander of a World War II concentration camp, died in a Croatian hospital while serving a 20-year sentence for war crimes, officials said Monday ... Mr. Sakic, a former chief of Croatia's infamous Jasenovac camp, died in a hospital in Zagreb, Justice Ministry spokeswoman Vesna Dovranic told the Associated Press ... In 1999, Zagreb district court sentenced him to 20 years in prison, the maximum penalty at the time, for carrying out or... (Boston Globe)
Ex-commander of Croatian WWII concentration camp dies while serving sentence for war crimes Jul 21, 2008
In 1999, Zagreb district court sentenced him to 20 years in prison the maximum penalty at the time for carrying out or condoning the torture and slayings of inmates while in charge of the Jasenovac camp in 1944. Tens of thousands of Serbs, Jews, Gypsies and anti-fascist Croats were killed in Jasenovac, the worst of about 40 camps run by the then Nazi puppet state in Croatia. (International Herald Tribune -- Travel)
Duramed parent Barr Pharmaceuticals to be acquired by Teva Jul 20, 2008
Barr operates two other subsidiaries, Barr Laboratories in New Jersey, and Pliva d.d. in Zagreb, Croatia. Teva (NASDAQ: TEVA), headquartered in Petach Tikva, near Jerusalem, is one of the largest generic pharmaceutical firms in the world, with more than 80 percent of its sales in North America and western Europe. (Cincinnati Business Courier, OH)
Roth Blogs from Croatia Jul 19, 2008
Zagreb, Croatia - Keep up with Saint Louis volleyball player as she blogs from Croatia where she is competing on the Bring It Promotions/USA Development Team in the 2008 Global Challenge ... When we arrived in Zagreb, Croatia we discovered that two teammates missed their flight and one girl's luggage got left in the states. (Slubillikens.com)
Head Volleyball Coach Stephanie Dragan's Blog on Trip to Croatia Jul 19, 2008
We finally landed in Zagreb, Croatia and found our group ... We traveled from Zagreb to Maribor in two different vans. (Catamountsports.com)
Roth Travels to Croatia for 2008 Global Challenge Jul 16, 2008
The team will depart for Zagreb, Croatia, on July 16. Upon its arrival, the squad will do some sightseeing before traveling to Maribor, Slovenia, for two days of training. (Slubillikens.com)
Platini: decision on whether Poland, Ukraine can still host Euro 2012 to be made in September Jun 28, 2008
"This will answer all the questions that you have. At the last meeting of (executive committee) in Zagreb, we asked the two countries to wake up and we gave them four months to show us progress. In September, we will examine the situation again.". Platini said a decision on whether the number of teams will be increased from 16 to 24 after Euro 2012 will also be made at the Sept. 23 meeting. (International Herald Tribune -- Travel)
Euro 2012 final decision in September Jun 28, 2008
"This will answer all the questions that you have. At the last meeting of (the executive committee) in Zagreb, we asked the two countries to wake up and we gave them four months to show us progress. In September, we will examine the situation again.". Today in Sports. (International Herald Tribune -- Sports)
Croatia goes football crazy before quarterfinal at Euro 2008 Jun 20, 2008
Women are having their nails done in the flag colors and a boutique in Zagreb is even offering a checkered tuxedo. Reporter Olgica Ivic Grizelj wrote in the Slobodna Dalmacija daily that she's almost ashamed to go out of her house without the team shirt on, noting that "everyone is in red-and-white.". (International Herald Tribune -- Technology)
Euro 2008 at 1200 GMT Jun 20, 2008
ZAGREB, Croatia Is there anything out there but football. As Croatia prepares to face Turkey late Friday in the European Championship quarterfinals its best international achievement in 10 years Croats have taking their usual football frenzy even further. (International Herald Tribune -- Technology)
Tough draw for Man Utd Jun 17, 2008
Quite aside from finding themselves playing Liverpool at Anfield, almost certainly three days after England take on Croatia in Zagreb due to the complexities of the Champions League draw, they will also have minimal time to prepare for trips to Portsmouth and Aston Villa, which follow immediately after friendly dates. Chelsea and Arsenal also have three away games straight after international fixtures, with Liverpool the winners again with three home matches. (iAfrica.com)
Talking football Jun 13, 2008
Like last year, My Team sent me back to Croatia and I watched Dinamo Zagreb train. I watched Luka Modric, whos now at Tottenham, and how Dinamo Zagreb trained their players. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Swimming and Diving inks eight in spring period Jun 10, 2008
Zrinka Korac will join the Purple and White from Zagreb, Croatia ... Zrinka Korac (Zagreb, Croatia) Kelsey Krug (Austin, Texas) Jennifer Oster (Englewood, Colo. (Gofrogs.com)
Infotainment Jun 8, 2008
The nuns on the run, in Zagreb, have been flooded with applications for places since they started teaching in skates. Sisters Mateja, Bernardica and Kresimira started using the skates for exercise. (Daily Times, Pakistan)
* Thousands of Croatia fans descend on Vienna Jun 8, 2008
Menus that would not be out of place in Zagreb list exotic and unpronounceable dishes and sports shops prominently display the Croatian team shirt alongside other national strips ... Last July, fans from Rapid Vienna and Croatian side Dinamo Zagreb clashed in Kapfenberg, some 100km south west of Vienna, after a theoretically friendly match, injuring some 30 police officers in the process. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Bolt Sets World Record in 100 Meters Jun 1, 2008
Nummerdor and Schuil manage to defeat the Chinese men in three sets, securing their second gold medal victory at the 2008 Swatch FIVB Beach Volleyball World Tour in Zagreb, Croatia. China battles the Netherlands in third set action from the 2008 Swatch FIVB Beach Volleyball World Tour in Zagreb, Croatia. (Fox News)
* Croatia sentences ex-general to seven years Jun 1, 2008
His lawyer said they would appeal AFP, ZAGREB Sunday, Jun 01, 2008, Page 6. Although he [Norac] knew. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Eduardo set for return after horrific injury Jun 1, 2008
ZAGREB: Arsenals Croatian striker Eduardo Da Silva, who suffered a horrific leg break earlier this year, said doctors had given him the all-clear to return to action in August, Croatian sports daily Sportske Novosti reported on Friday. The 25-year-old Brazilian-born Croatian has been recovering since mid-April in a clinic in Rio De Janeiro and his return is good news as just in March, he had believed his recovery would take 15 months. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Croatia jails war crimes general May 31, 2008
The UN war crimes tribunal's decision to transfer the case to Zagreb was in recognition of the progress Croatia had earlier made in dealing with war crimes investigations, the BBC's Balkans analyst Gabriel Partos said. Bookmark with. (BBC News -- Europe)
* EURO 2008: The rock 'n' roll coach who molded a youthful side May 31, 2008
AFP, ZAGREB Saturday, May 31, 2008, Page 18. Slaven Bilic, a discreet rocker who wears sneakers, has molded a successful side that matches his own relative youth since taking over as Croatia coach. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
The final squad EURO 2008 May 29, 2008
Midfielders: Danijel Pranjic (Heerenveen), Nikola Pokrivac (Monaco), Niko Kovac (Salzburg), Luka Modric (Dinamo Zagreb), Jerko Leko (Monaco), Ognjen Vukojevic (Dinamo Zagreb), Darijo Srna (Shakhtar Donetsk), Niko Kranjcar (Portsmouth), Ivan Rakitic (Schalke 04). Forwards: Mladen Petric (Borussia Dortmund), Ivica Olic (Hamburg), Igor Budan (Parma), Ivan Klasnic (Werder Bremen), Nikola Kalinic (Hajduk Split). (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Soccer | Euro 2008: Coaches announce squads for Euro 2008 May 29, 2008
Coaches announce squads for Euro 2008 - International Herald Tribune. Coaches announce squads for Euro 2008. (International Herald Tribune -- Sports)
Croatia boss Bilic may adjust formation after lacklustre performance May 27, 2008
ZAGREB: Croatia manager Slaven Bilic will be tempted to adjust the teams formation for the Euro 2008 Finals after their unimpressive 1-0 friendly win over Moldova. The Croatians lacked firepower up front on Saturday and were forced to hang on in the closing stages of their penultimate warm-up for the June 7-29 tournament in Switzerland and Austria, where they expect to at least reach the last eight. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Serbia denies genocide at The Hague May 27, 2008
No jurisdiction' Zagreb says Serbia's crimes included murder, torture and the destruction of property. In its suit, Croatia said: "All of these actions were specifically and purposefully undertaken with the intent to destroy, in whole or in part, national, ethnic, or racial group." Presenting their opening arguments, Serbia's lawyers said the court had no jurisdiction in the case because the country was not a member of the United Nations at the time the suit was filed. (Aljazeera.Net)
Yugo-nostalgiaCan Eurovision reunite the Balkans in nostalgia for old unity? May 24, 2008
A long, slow train ride takes you from Belgrade to the Croatian capital, Zagreb, and a long drive took me on to Pula, on the Adriatic coast, to meet Alexandra Broz, Tito's granddaughter. When I asked her nationality, she dodged the question, describing herself only as "cosmopolitan". (BBC News -- Europe)
Ex-Jacket Akins tests positive for drugs May 24, 2008
Zagreb, Croatia Former Georgia Tech basketball player Tony Akins tested positive for marijuana and was suspended for one year by the Croatian basketball federation. Akins, who played at Georgia Tech from 1999-2002, said he is innocent and asked that his B sample to be analyzed. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Senior Chinese leader cuts short Europe tour due to quake at home May 15, 2008
Jia Qinglin, chairman of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) addresses a business forum between Chinese and Croatian entrepreneurs in Zagreb, capital of Croatia, May 14, 2008 ... ZAGREB, May 14 (Xinhua) -- Jia Qinglin, China's top political advisor, concluded his official goodwill visit to Croatia Wednesday afternoon, ending his four-nation Europe tour ahead of schedule. (Xinhuanet, China)
Have gas prices changed your life? May 10, 2008
82 Croatia Zagreb $4. 81 Ireland Dublin $4. (Columbus Telegram, NE)
EURO 2008: Croatia's Slaven Bilic is an out-of-the-ordinary soccer coach May 9, 2008
Three of his players sneaked away from a training camp to visit a Zagreb nightclub in the eve of the match against Russia. Bilic kicked them off the squad, slapping them with a heavy fine. (International Herald Tribune -- Health)
Artist's murals take center stage for play at Millvale church May 8, 2008
The illegitimate son of uncertain parentage, he was born in Zagreb, Croatia, on Oct. 11, 1889 ... But the boy showed artistic promise and, in 1897, when he was 8, a benefactor moved him to an aristocrat's estate, gave him the last name of Vanka, and enrolled him at the School of Arts and Crafts in Zagreb ... By 1923, he was a professor of painting at the Academy of Beaux Arts in Zagreb. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Fed roundup: Ivanovic leads Serbia vs. Croatia May 2, 2008
ZAGREB, Croatia (AP) -- Ana Ivanovic has beaten Nika Ozegovic 7-5, 6-1 in the decisive reverse singles to give Serbia a 3-2 win over Croatia in the Fed Cup playoffs. Serbia will play in World Group II, while Croatia goes back to regional play. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Tennis)
Playing a mean defence: Arnold repels Croatians to secure Spiranovic for Beijing Apr 16, 2008
Croatia have a long history of luring Australian-born players of Croatian descent, and Spiranovic has been the target of the familiar charm offensive from Zagreb since he moved to Germany last year. But the FC Nurnberg defender won't be following Josip Simunic, Ante Seric and Joey Didulica in swapping sides, assuring Arnold he will be throwing in his lot with Australia. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Davis Cup Results Apr 15, 2008
At Sportska Dvorana Dubrovnik, Zagreb, Croatia. Surface: Hard-Indoor. (International Herald Tribune -- Sports)
More April News Apr 8, 2008
April 5, 2008 President Bush Meets with Prime Minister Sanader of Croatia in Zagreb, Croatia. President Bush Meets with Croatian Prime Minister Sanader. (White House News Releases)
ATP Schedule-Winners Apr 8, 2008
Feb. 25-March 1 Zagreb Indoors, SI (Sergiy Stakhovsky). Feb. 25-March 2 RMK Championships, HI (Steve Darcis). (International Herald Tribune)
A voice from Croatia Apr 7, 2008
Vujnovic, 33, grew up near Zagreb, Croatia, during the south-central European country's intense and brutal war of independence. She became a journalist amid the speech chill of its dictator's regime. (Daily Iowan, IA)