Local English, Croatian fans reflect on world cup semi-final match
While on different sides of the fence, two of Prince Albert’s European expat soccer fans have reacted with a sense of pride to the outcome of Wednesday’s semi-final at the World Cup in Russia.
Croatia scored a come-from-behind 2-1 win over England to earn a shot at France in Sunday’s final.
Kenan Ibrisimovic,17, was born in Croatia before moving to Bosnia. He came to Prince Albert eight years ago and has played for P.A. Celtic and also suits up for Carlton High.
“It’s always hard when you’re one-nil down,” he told paNOW after watching what he termed a tough, competitive match against the English. “Croatia were fighting hard and played together as a team.”