FrontPages.EU

FrontPages.EU

Archives
Log in
Subscribe
October 16, 2026

Croatia: Fans call for Adolf to rise — FrontPages.eu, October 16, 2026

FRONTPAGES.EU

What's happening in Europe?

Croatia flag

Croatia

Friday, October 16, 2026

🗣️ Chants

Croatian football fans from the Torcida group in Split have drawn widespread international condemnation and outrage for antisemitic and Nazi chants during a recent match. The incidents, which included calls to "Gas the Jews" and "Get Up, Adolf," have been reported by international media outlets and led to a strong rebuke from the Israeli embassy. In response to the scandal, the Hajduk football club issued an official apology to Ajax, UEFA, and other stakeholders. The events have sparked commentary suggesting the fan behavior is a consequence of the government's perceived downplaying of Ustashian ideology. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Andrej Plenković has intervened in a matter concerning Montenegro during a meeting in Brussels, causing a significant shift unwelcome in Podgorica. On a brighter note, the Croatian national futsal team achieved a stunning victory against China, scoring an exceptionally high number of goals.

Top Stories

Torcida football fans in Split have caused an international scandal with antisemitic and Nazi chants, including phrases like "Gas the Jews" and "Get Up, Adolf." International media, including outlets from Israel to Britain, have reported on the incidents with horror, prompting strong condemnation from the Israeli embassy and a commentary linking the behavior to government actions.

Index.hr: Foreign Media Outraged by Torcida's Nazi Chants

International media outlets are reporting on the alleged antisemitic and Nazi chants by Torcida fans in Split, which led to the interruption of a match.

tportal: Israel Condemns Nazi and Antisemitic Chants in Split

Following Nazi and antisemitic chants by fans in Split, the Israeli embassy issued a strong condemnation of the incidents.

Jutarnji list: Hate Festival: Shame from Split Circulates Worldwide

Antisemitic messages and a gesture reminiscent of events from 1995, originating from Split, are drawing condemnation from Israelis, Dutch, and Poles.

Telegram.hr: Torcida's Chants of Hitler and Auschwitz Cause International Scandal, Split is…

Chants of 'Gazi, gazi Židove' (Crush, crush Jews) and 'Ustaj, Adolfe' (Rise, Adolf) by Torcida fans have led to international condemnation, with media outlets from Israel to Britain reporting on the incident with horror.

Telegram.hr: Commentary: Nazi Outburst in Split is a Result of Government's Relativization…

The author argues that the Nazi-like behavior by football fans in Split is a consequence of the government downplaying the Ustashian ideology, and warns of a dangerous societal trajectory.

Index.hr: Torcida Chants of "Gas the Jews" and "Get Up, Adolf"

Torcida fans reportedly chanted "Gas the Jews" and "Get Up, Adolf," prompting a reaction from the Israeli embassy.

Večernji list: Inciting Hitler and Spitting on Hajduk: Who Funds the Fanatic Youth?

The article questions the funding behind a group accused of invoking Hitler and disparaging Hajduk, suggesting they are a 'Ustasha youth' element.

Večernji list: Foreign Media Criticize Torcida for Nazi Chants, Particularly Appalled by One…

International media outlets have strongly condemned Torcida for Nazi chants during a match, with a specific incident particularly shocking them.

Following the controversial chants and flare incident, Hajduk football club issued an official apology to Ajax, UEFA, and other stakeholders. This apology, however, angered some Hajduk fans, who questioned the club's leadership and suggested they feared the Torcida fan group. Ajax supporters also stated that Torcida had "crossed all lines" and broken an "unwritten fan rule."

Telegram.hr: Hajduk Issues Official Statement After Torcida's Flare Incident, Apologizes to…

Following Torcida's flare incident and controversial chants, the football club Hajduk has issued an official apology to Ajax, UEFA, and other stakeholders.

Index.hr: Ajax Star on Torcida Flares: Smart Move

An Ajax star commented on the Torcida's use of flares, calling it a smart move after Ajax was defeated in Split.

Večernji list: Fans Angry at Hajduk's Statement: 'Are You Ashamed? Do You Fear Torcida?'

Hajduk's fans are expressing outrage over a club statement, questioning the club's leadership and their apparent fear of the Torcida fan group.

tportal: Hajduk Fans Upset by Statement: 'What is this? Afraid of Hooligans, you don't…

Hajduk fans expressed dismay over a statement, questioning the fear of hooligans that prevents open discourse.

tportal: Ajax Fans: 'An Unwritten Fan Rule Broken in Split. Torcida Crossed All Lines'

Ajax supporters stated that an unwritten fan rule was violated in Split and that the Torcida group had gone too far.

Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenković personally intervened in a matter concerning Montenegro during a Brussels meeting, leading to a significant development that has been met with disapproval in Podgorica.

Jutarnji list: Plenković Intervenes in Montenegro Issue, Causing Major Shift

Croatian Prime Minister Plenković personally intervened in a matter concerning Montenegro during a Brussels meeting, leading to a significant development unwelcome in Podgorica.

The Croatian national futsal team secured a remarkable victory against China, achieving an exceptionally high score in a dominant performance.

Jutarnji list: Croatian Futsal Team Crushes China with Unbelievable Score

The Croatian national futsal team achieved a stunning victory against China, scoring an exceptionally high number of goals.

Coach Garcia has demonstrated his capabilities, successfully shifting the focus from individual player discussions to team tactics and achievements, earning praise for his work with Hajduk.

Večernji list: Coach Garcia Proves His Worth Amidst Player Discussion

The article discusses that coach Garcia has proven his capabilities, shifting focus away from player Livaja and team tactics, and highlights achievements that warrant praise.

A 21-year-old motorcyclist has died in the hospital eight days after a severe accident where a tractor driver failed to yield.

tportal: Motorcyclist, 21, Dies After Tractor Driver Failed to Yield

Eight days after a severe accident, a 21-year-old motorcyclist has died; the tractor driver had failed to yield.

View Croatia on frontpages.eu

Daily news summaries from Croatia

Part of the frontpages.eu European news digest

Follow us on Instagram · Facebook

frontpages.eu  ·  View Croatia  ·  Unsubscribe

Don't miss what's next. Subscribe to FrontPages.EU:
← Newer Slovakia: Drunk doctor found on duty — FrontPages.eu, October 16, 2026 Older → Slovenia: Minister cannot explain who wrote his law — FrontPages.eu, October 16, 2026
frontpages.eu
Powered by Buttondown, the easiest way to start and grow your newsletter.