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Yahoo
8 hours ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Croatia Star ‘Revving Up The Engine' After False Starts At Inter Milan
Croatia Star 'Revving Up The Engine' After False Starts At Inter Milan Midfielder Petar Sucic has been 'revving up the engine' after a couple of early false starts with Inter Milan at the Club World Cup. This is the view in today's print edition of Rome-based newspaper Corriere dello Sport, via FCInterNews. Advertisement The expectations have been high for Petar Sucic at Inter Milan. The 21-year-old midfielder only just joined the Nerazzurri from Dinamo Zagreb. And he has yet to really play at the level that he will at Inter. However, Sucic has impressed heavily in the last couple seasons for Dinamo. Moreover, the Croat has also looked up to the task in midfield for the national team. Petar Sucic 'Revving Up The Engine' For Inter Milan SALZBURG, AUSTRIA – OCTOBER 23: Petar Sucic of GNK Dinamo passes the ball whilst under pressure from Samson Baidoo of FC Salzburg during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 League Phase MD3 match between FC Salzburg and GNK Dinamo at Stadion Salzburg on October 23, 2024 in Salzburg, Austria. (Photo by) In his first appearance for Inter, Petar Sucic came off the bench in the team's Club World Cup group stage opener against Monterrey. In truth, that performance showcased little of the Croatian international's best qualities. Advertisement Sucic looked hesitant, offering little in possession and not providing much of a defensive presence. Then, there were improvements in the 21-year-old's second substitute appearance of the tournament, against Japanese side Urawa Red Diamonds. Then, Sucic's display against River Plate was his best yet. The Croat assisted Francesco Pio Esposito for the decisive second half goal. This capped off a display that saw Sucic really start to take risks with the ball.
Daily Mail
a day ago
- Business
- Daily Mail
Visitors to European holiday hotspot warned of steep price increases to essential items
Visitors to Croatia's coastal hotspots may be met with an unwelcome surprise this summer, as seaside towns experience spiking prices on everyday necessities. According to a new report from RTL Direkt, the cost of everyday goods has jumped by over 10 per cent in some areas - with the town of Tribunj leading the trend with a staggering 10.38 per cent rise. From toilet paper to toothpaste, prices for hygiene products and essentials across the country have surged, with data showing the steepest increases in small tourist destinations. A pack of toilet paper, for example, that costs 2.79 euros in the capital, Zagreb, is now going for 3.32 euros in Tribunj - a whopping 19.10 per cent hike. 'These are basic items people must buy, especially in tourist apartments, and that drives prices even higher', economist Mladen Vedriš told Croatia Week. He warned that if the trend continues, annual inflation could easily surpass 20 per cent. The inflation isn't limited to paper products, with cleaning items jumping from 2.59 to 2.99 euros, while a litre of yoghurt now costs 1.08 euros, up from 0.99 euros. Surprisingly, it's hygiene and household items - not food - that are seeing dramatic increases. Ivo Ugrina, co-developer of a government-mandated app that tracks nearly nine million product prices nationwide, said: 'I never expected toiletries and cleaning items to become the most expensive. I thought food would be the main driver.' That app is now shedding light on a growing divide between prices inland and on the coast. While nappies sell for 14.99 euros on the mainland, prices spike to 25.99 euros by the sea. Basic toothpaste can double from 3 to 6 euros, and a chocolate bar that costs 2 euros in Zagreb may fetch up to 8 euros in coastal towns. Smaller tourist towns are experiencing the most dramatic price hikes, with Zaostrog, a quiet coastal village, seeing a 10 per cent increase in just three weeks. Meanwhile, larger cities like Split and Dubrovnik recorded more moderate rises of just over 1 and nearly 3 percent, respectively. Economist Damir Novotny explained that supplying smaller Adriatic communities is far more expensive than large, popular cities. He said it's 'easier to supply one million people in Zagreb' than '200,000 scattered across Zadar County.' For locals and returning tourists alike, the changes are increasingly noticeable, with one resident of Split describing the situation 'frustrating,' as 'everything is expensive'. Some visitors are already changing their habits. Experts say tourists are now bringing basic supplies - not just for convenience, but to avoid inflated prices. Vedriš said: 'Guests are calculating what they get for their money, how much accommodation costs – and many are arriving already stocked up. Soon they won't just be bringing tins of pâté, but toilet paper too.' While the rising costs are partially seasonal and driven by logistical challenges, economists warn of longer-term concerns, with Novotny warning: 'Once prices go up, they rarely come down.'
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Croatia Star Reveals: ‘Several Serie A Clubs Wanted To Sign Me, But Then Inter Milan Came Along'
Croatia Star Reveals: 'Several Serie A Clubs Wanted To Sign Me, But Then Inter Milan Came Along' Midfielder Petar Sucic says that he had interest from a number of other clubs in Serie A before Inter Milan signed him. The 21-year-old Croatian international gave his thoughts in an interview in today's print edition of Milan-based newspaper Gazzetta dello Sport, via FCInterNews. Advertisement The Nerazzurri snapped up the Croat in time for the Club World Cup. He has already made two appearances at the tournament, against the likes of Monterrey and Urawa Red Diamonds. And the young midfielder could also feature in Inter's final match of the group stage. Watch Inter Milan vs River Plate for FREE with DAZN on any device! Inter had in fact secured a deal to sign Sucic all the way back in February. However, the 21-year-old remained at Dianmo Zagreb over the second half of the campaign. Petar Sucic: 'Several Serie A Clubs Interested, Then Inter Came Along' SALZBURG, AUSTRIA – OCTOBER 23: Petar Sucic of GNK Dinamo in action during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 League Phase MD3 match between FC Salzburg and GNK Dinamo at Stadion Salzburg on October 23, 2024 in Salzburg, Austria. (Photo by) Midfielder Petar Sucic admitted that joining Inter is 'a big change, in my life and career.' Advertisement 'But I really wanted it,' continued the Croatian international. 'Now I'm at a club that's simply massive.' Sucic said that 'I want to enjoy this experience to the fullest.' 'And to grow as a player, and as a man. And, obviously, win trophies.' Meanwhile, Sucic said that it's 'true' that other teams in Serie A had wanted to sign him. 'But I won't say which ones.' 'Then my agent called me, and said: 'Inter also want you.'' 'At that point it was all over,' Sucic claimed. 'Because I told him: 'I only want to o there.'' 'This club is also special because of all the Croatians who've worn this shirt,' the 21-year-old noted. Advertisement 'And I spoke to all of them. Brozovic, Perisic, and even Kovacic.' 'And they all told me the same thing,' Sucic said. 'Go to Milano, don't even think about it.' 'Now let's just say I followed their advice,' added the 21-year-old. Meanwhile, Sucic gave his thoughts on his new coach at Inter, Cristian Chivu. 'He loves what he does,' said the midfielder. 'And transmits it.' 'You can see it in the precision that he has in every single training session.' 'And I've also noticed another important quality,' Sucic went on. 'His frankness.' The Croat said that Chivu 'speaks directly, he says what he thinks to your face.' Advertisement 'He doesn't mince words. He gets to the point.' Then, Sucic commented that 'at the moment he hasn't asked anything specifically from me.' 'But just to create a sense of harmony with my teammates. And just to… understand. Understand how he wants me to play, understand how to to train.' Therefore, Chivu wants Sucic to 'understand the team that I've come to, in short.'
Bloomberg
20-06-2025
- Business
- Bloomberg
Retailer's Refinancing Caps Revival Under Croatian Tycoon
Hi, this is Jasmina Kuzmanovic in Zagreb. Welcome to our weekly newsletter on what's shaping economics and investments from the Baltic Sea to the Balkans. You can subscribe here. When the biggest food producer and retailer in the Balkans unraveled in 2017, the Croatian government had to step in to salvage the company from near-bankruptcy and oust the man who owned it. In doing so, it helped save the biggest employer in Croatia and the surrounding region, not to mention a network of suppliers.
Times of Oman
20-06-2025
- Business
- Times of Oman
PM Modi, Croatia PM underscore importance of inking India-EU FTA within a year
Zagreb : Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Prime Minister of Croatia, Andrej Plenkovic underscored the importance of concluding a mutually beneficial India-EU Free Trade Agreement. PM Modi and Plenkovic welcomed the renewed momentum in the strategic partnership between India and the EU. "The two leaders welcomed the renewed momentum in the strategic partnership between India and the EU, two of the largest democracies, open market economies, and pluralistic societies. They underscored the importance of concluding a mutually beneficial India-EU FTA within the course of the year, as agreed during the historic visit of the EU College of Commissioners to India in February 2025," the statement read. The two expressed support for a just and lasting peace in the Russia-Ukraine conflict and the Middle East. They reiterated their commitment to promote a free Indo-Pacific region based on mutual respect. "The two Prime Ministers exchanged views on regional and global issues of mutual interest, including war in Ukraine. They expressed support for a just and lasting peace in Ukraine based on respect for international law, principles of the UN Charter and territorial integrity and sovereignty. The two leaders expressed concern about the deterioration of security situation in the Middle East and called for de-escalation between Israel and Iran. The leaders reaffirmed their commitment to promote a free, open, peaceful and prosperous Indo-Pacific built on international law and mutual respect for sovereignty and peaceful resolution of disputes underpinned by effective regional institutions," the statement read. As per the statement, the two sides emphasised the urgent need for reforms in the UN system, particularly the UN Security Council to make it inclusive and transparent. "The two sides reaffirmed their strong commitment to multilateralism and support for a rules-based international order. They emphasised the urgent need for reforms in the UN system, particularly the UN Security Council including its expansion in both permanent and non-permanent categories, to make it more inclusive, transparent, effective, accountable, efficient and better aligned with contemporary geopolitical realities," the statement read. Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to expanding the partnership between India and Croatia. "The Indian side expressed gratitude for the warm hospitality extended to them by the Croatian side. The two Prime Ministers expressed satisfaction at the outcomes of the visit, and reaffirmed their commitment to expanding the partnership between India and Croatia," the statement read. PM Modi paid an official visit to Croatia on June 18. This marked the first-ever visit of an Indian Prime Minister to Croatia to strengthen the growing momentum of high-level exchanges between the two nations.
