Tucak after loss to Greece: We weren't lucid enough, but we are still in the game!
Croatian water polo players lost to Greece 11-10 in a tense match at the European Championship, but will advance to the next stage of the competition.
Tucak: I'm sorry we weren't more lucid and smarter
Croatia's water polo team lost 11-10 to Greece in a dramatic match, but captain Ivica Tucak remains optimistic about their chances in the next round of the European Championship.
Barakuda faces the toughest opponent in the group, Tucak: The first of two match points for the semifinals
Ivica Tucak, Croatia's coach since 2013, leads the team into a pivotal match against Greece, reflecting on their strong historical performance but downplaying the significance of past statistics ahead of the European Championship clash.
Tucak: Croatia will enter the match against Greece as if it is a matter of life or death
Croatian water polo players are preparing for a crucial match against Greece at the European Championships in Belgrade, following two expected victories.
Croatia faces the most important match. Tucak: We go as if it's a matter of life and death
Croatia's water polo team prepares for a crucial match against Greece in the European Championship in Belgrade after two victories over Slovenia and Georgia.
Tucak revealed what bothers players at the European Championship
After victory against Georgia in the European Championship, Croatian water polo coach Ivica Tucak noted players' minor complaints and praised the team's performance.
Tucak revealed what bothers players at the European Championship: They complain a little to me
Ivica Tucak, coach of the Croatian water polo team, noted after their victory against Georgia that while the team is performing well, some players have raised minor complaints.
Tucak: Pre-recorded points, it is important to open the tournament with a win
The Croatian water polo team convincingly defeated Slovenia 20-4 in their first match of the European Championship in Belgrade, with Zvonimir Butić scoring four goals.
Tucak: Given the significant difference in quality, these were previously noted points and now the real game begins
Croatian coach Ivica Tucak expressed confidence in his team's performance following a convincing 20-4 victory over Slovenia in their opening match of the continental championship in Belgrade.
Tucak: It's hard to judge after such a difference in quality
The Croatian water polo team defeated Slovenia 20-4 in their first match of the European Championship held in Belgrade, with standout performances from Zvonimir Butić and others.
At 18:00 Croatia plays its first match at the European Water Polo Championship. Here's where to watch it
The Croatian national water polo team is set to play its first match of the European Championship against Slovenia, with a strong expectation of victory from their coach Ivica Tucak.
Tucak: We need to have a 'mad hunger'
The Croatian water polo team, under the leadership of coach Ivica Tucak, expresses readiness and eagerness to compete against Slovenia in their opening match of the European Championship in Belgrade.
Tucak: The new competition system is tougher, but fairer
Croatian water polo coach Ivica Tucak stated that there are no clear favorites in the European Championship in Belgrade, expressing confidence in his team's readiness as the tournament officially begins.
Tucak before the European Championship: Belgrade Arena commands respect
Croatian water polo coach Ivica Tucak held a press conference ahead of the European Championship in Belgrade, where Croatia seeks to defend its silver medal from two years ago.
Coach of Croatia's Barakuda's first opponent: Playing water polo against Croatia is like playing football against Brazil or Argentina
Croatia's water polo team, coached by Ivica Tucak, will face Slovenia in their opening match of the European Championship, as Slovenian coach Mirko Vičević compares the challenge to competing against top football teams.
Tucak determined 15 players for the European Championship
Ivica Tucak, coach of the Croatian senior water polo team, announced the 15 players who will represent Croatia at the European Championship in Belgrade, set to take place from January 10 to 25, 2026.
Tucak announced the final list of players for Belgrade. Here’s who was dropped
Croatian water polo national team coach Ivica Tucak has finalized a roster of 15 players for the European Championship in Belgrade, revealing that four players, including goalkeeper Toni Popadić, have been dropped from the list.
Tucak selected 15 players for the European Championship
Coach Tucak has finalized the roster of 15 players for the European Championship, excluding four from the previous list, including goalkeeper Toni Popadić and defender Mislav Ćurković.
Tucak: I have one or two dilemmas, list on January 5
Croatia's water polo team is finalizing preparations for the European Championship in Belgrade amid a busy schedule following recent successes.