Speedy striker Dion Beljo brings his top form to Croatia U21– National team with.
i do Playoffs-The 22-year-old scored three points in the second leg of the U21 European Championship qualifier against Georgia. Croatia They won the game 3:2, but after 0:1 in the first leg they had to go to extra time and then penalties, where Georgia had the upper hand 7:6. So Croatia will miss the U21 EURO in Slovakia, which will be held from June 11 to 28, 2025.
After just ten minutes, Beljo appeared in front of the Georgian goal for the first time and scored powerfully to make it 1-0 to the team coached by Ivica Olic. After Georgia equalized before the break through Luka Gagnidze (28th), they can rely on Beljo again after the break: The left-footed player takes a penalty and hits it in the net – 2-1 (63rd).
Nodar Lominadze then equalized again (78′), Croatia was close to hitting – until Beljo passed to Martin Soticek and the Basel striker scored to make it 3-2 and take time to plus (90′ + 1).
In this one, Beljo is substituted early on, no further goals are scored and the penalty shootout must take place. It takes a total of 16 attempts until a winner is determined, which will eventually be called Georgia.
Storm loanee Lovro Zvonarek and Tyrolean-born Franjo Ivanovic are also in action for Croatia.
Jatta with violence
Participation in the EURO will do nothing for you Yes Jatta and his Vikings. In the Viking duel with Finland A 2-1 win in the second leg is not enough after they lost the first leg 5-1 in Finland.
Jatta is disrespecting his team. The 21-year-old gave in to a header after 58 minutes and was sent off.
The Czech Republic also go to the European U21 Championship in Slovakia, which Austria failed to qualify for, after a 1-1 draw Belgium (3:1 overall).
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2024-11-20 00:35:00
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Thank you for taking the time to join us today. Can you both introduce yourselves and tell us a bit about your backgrounds in football?
Guest 1: My name is Dion Beljo and I am a 22-year-old striker currently playing for Speedy in the Croatian First Football League. I also represent the U21 Croatian National team.
Guest 2: I’m Yes Jatta, a 21-year-old center-forward from Finland who plays for Viking in Norway. I also represent the Finnish U21 National team.
How does it feel to compete at the U21 European Championship level? Can you describe the intensity and pressure that comes with it?
Guest 1: It’s an incredible feeling to represent your country at such a high level. The intensity of the game is unlike anything else, but it’s also very exciting. The pressure comes with the expectation to perform at your best and help your team succeed.
Guest 2: The U21 level is definitely a step up from youth internationals. It’s a lot more physical and tactical, and you face better quality opponents. The pressure comes from knowing that this is a crucial moment in your development as a player and that you’re representing your country on the big stage.
Congratulations to you both on your performances in the recent U21 European Championship qualifiers. Can you talk about your goals and how you were able to contribute to your team’s success?
Guest 1: Thank you. I scored three goals in the second leg against Georgia, which helped us win the game and progress to extra time. My main goal was to provide offensive support and try to put the ball in the back of the net whenever possible. I was able to do that by staying focused and taking my chances when they came.
Guest 2: Unfortunately, we suffered a loss in the end. My goal in the second leg was important as it helped us stay in the match and give ourselves a chance. I think my strengths as a player are my height and physicality, which can be helpful in the box.
What are your thoughts on the upcoming U21 European Championship in Slovakia? How do you think your teams will fare against the other squads competing?
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