Ante Budimir - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Starts, takes two shots in loss Budimir recorded two shots (zero on goal) in Thursday's 2-1 loss to Portugal.

Impact Budimir took the second-most shots for Croatia, but couldn't help them avoid the frustrating loss. The forward logged his second start and third appearance in World Cup play, but was subbed off during halftime. He finished it with one goal in three shots and 156 total minutes.

JULY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Non existent Saturday Budimir recorded four accurate passes in Saturday's 2-1 victory versus Ghana.

Impact Budimir struggled to make an impact on Saturday, failing to register a shot and managing only nine touches in 66 minutes against Ghana. He earned the start after scoring off the bench versus Panama, but he was unable to build on that momentum and offered little threat for Croatia in this match. With such a quiet performance, Petar Musa is the more likely option to return to the starting lineup for Thursday's Round of 32 clash with Portugal, where Croatia will need more presence and productivity up front.

JUNE 27 • ROTOWIRE

Scores winner versus Panama Budimir scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Tuesday's 1-0 victory over Panama.

Impact After not appearing in the opening match versus England, Budimir subbed onto the pitch at halftime versus Panama. It did not take him long to make an impact as he scored in the 54th minute off an excellent Josip Stanisic cross. It was his only shot in the match but it was enough to earn Croatia its first win of the 2026 World Cup. Next up is a crucial matchup versus Ghana on Saturday, and a win is necessary for Croatia to finish second in the group. Ghana has not allowed a goal through two matches, so Budimir could see more playing time to try and break through that defense.

JUNE 24 • ROTOWIRE

CROATIA TAKES THE LEAD! 🇭🇷 The 2nd half sub Ante Budimir scores off the beautiful cross from Josip Stanišić!

JUNE 24 • FOX SPORTS

Ante Budimir finishes cross, giving Croatia lead vs Panama | 2026 FIFA World Cup™

JUNE 24 • FOX SPORTS

Scores off bench against Panama Budimir scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Tuesday's 1-0 victory versus Panama.

Impact Budimir served as a backup option for the second straight game, but he finally got his first minutes in the tournament and took advantage of the opportunity to notch a game-winning finish in the 54th minute. He took Petar Musa's place at the beginning of the second half, and the goal came from his lone attempt in the game. The next clash against Ghana will present a solid chance for the Osasuna striker to remain productive as he challenges Musa for the No. 9 spot.

JUNE 23 • ROTOWIRE

Shoud have decent role with Croatia Budimir is expected to see consistent minutes with Croatia at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Impact Budimir is coming off another prolific season with Osasuna in the 2025/26 LaLiga, tallying 17 goals across 37 appearances (35 starts) and averaging 2.78 shots per contest. Croatia has a lot of versatility in the attack, so they could go with a traditional No. 9 in Budimir or a more creative option in Andrej Kramaric to lead the line. However, Budimir should get a fair amount of minutes one way or another.

MAY 29 • ROTOWIRE

Fires at will in loss Budimir recorded nine shots (two on goal) and one chance created in Tuesday's 2-1 loss to Atletico Madrid. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 54th minute.

Impact Budimir led the Osasuna attacking effort Sunday, indiscriminately firing off a season high nine shots (two on goal) in a 2-1 home loss to Atletico Madrid. Following a run of 12 goals across 12 appearances (12 starts), the attacker has scored just once over his last five appearances (five starts). Overall, Budimir has scored 17 La Liga goals across his 35 appearances (33 start).

MAY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Clean strike in defeat Budimir scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Friday's 3-2 loss against Levante.

Impact Budimir's shot into the bottom corner Friday gave Osasuna an early 2-0 lead which they would relinquish in their 3-2 home loss to Levante. The forward's goal resulted from his lone shot attempt across his 62 minutes of play. Budimir has scored five goal over his last 10 appearances (10 starts), and his 17 goals match his second highest career total in a single La Liga campaign.

MAY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Cameroon striker breaks six-month drought to give Levante priceless win in La Liga

Cameroon striker Karl Etta Eyong has scored his first goal in more than six months to give Levante a dramatic 3-2 win over Osasuna in La Liga

MAY 8 • Associated Press

Barcelona wins at Osasuna and is on the cusp of La Liga title

Robert Lewandowski and Ferran Torres scored late in Barcelona’s 2-1 win at Osasuna that set up a chance for Hansi Flick’s side to be crowned Spanish league champions this weekend

MAY 2 • Associated Press

Attempts two shots in loss Budimir generated two shots (two on goal) in Tuesday's 1-0 defeat to Athletic.

Impact Budimir often created problems for the opposing defense due to his link-up play with Victor Munoz, but despite attempting two shots on goal, the Croatian striker couldn't find the back of the net. Budimir snapped a three-game goal streak, and he's been one of the hottest forwards in LaLiga of late. Since the beginning of February, Budimir has notched 10 goals on 42 shots (16 on target) across 15 league appearances.

APRIL 22 • ROTOWIRE

Equalizes with penalty Budimir scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal) in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Betis.

Impact Budimir kept up his amazing from and netted for the third game in the row as he equalized with a spot kick in the 40th minute. He also recorded a clearance. He has now netted 16 times this campaign and is third in the race for the Pichichi.

APRIL 13 • ROTOWIRE

Mallorca's Vedat Muriqi moves 2 goals behind Kylian Mbappé in La Liga scoring charts

Vedat Muriqi struck twice to move closer to Kylian Mbappé at the top of La Liga’s scoring charts this season as relegation-threatened Mallorca beat Rayo Vallecano 3-0

APRIL 12 • Associated Press

Converts penalty on Sunday Budimir scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal) in Sunday's 2-2 draw against Deportivo Alaves.

Impact Budimir coolly converted a spot kick in the 80th minute. He recorded 21 touches and made a tackle, a clearance and an interception. He has now netted thrice in the last four appearances and is up to 15 goals for the campaign.

APRIL 6 • ROTOWIRE

Nets winner Budimir scored one goal to go with four shots (two on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-0 victory versus Girona.

Impact Budimir headed the winner in the 80th minute assisted by Kike Barja. Budimir also recorded an interception. He has now netted three times in the last five games and is up to 14 goals for the campaign in 28 appearances.

MARCH 22 • ROTOWIRE

Elche ends winless streak in 2026 with victory over Mallorca in La Liga

Elche has left the relegation zone in La Liga by defeating Mallorca 2-1 for its first victory of the year

MARCH 21 • Associated Press

Scored 94th minute equlaiser Budimir scored one goal to go with four shots (two on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Mallorca.

Impact Budimir sealed a draw as his team came back from 2-0 down to draw 2-2 in the 94th minute. He scored his 13th goal of the season in 26 games, bringing his record to one goal in every two games for the season. In the last eight matches he has scored seven goals, while only getting eight shots on target. This game was the only time in the last eight that he has had a shot on target and failed to score.

MARCH 9 • ROTOWIRE

CA OSASUNA 2 - 2 RCD MALLORCA | RESUMEN LALIGA EA SPORTS

MARCH 7 • YOUTUBE

Opens scoring on Saturday Budimir scored one goal to go with five shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 2-1 win against Real Madrid.

Impact Budimir was fouled by Thibaut Courtois in the 35th minute and was awarded a penalty by VAR which he converted to open the scoring in the 38th minute. Budimir also recorded two clearances and a block. He has been fantastic lately with six goals in his last six games and is excelling as the lone striker.

FEBRUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Vinicius Junior scores again but cannot prevent Real Madrid falling to 2-1 loss at Osasuna

Vinicius Junior was back on the score sheet for Real Madrid - but the Brazilian was not able to prevent the Spanish league leader from falling to a surprise 2-1 loss to Osasuna

FEBRUARY 21 • Associated Press

Real Madrid player ratings vs Osasuna: Raul Asencio late lapse costs Los Blancos as Vinicius Junior strike counts for nothing

After a testing week, Vinicius Jr did what he does best as he scored to bring Real Madrid backing into it against a spirited Osasuna side. T...

FEBRUARY 21 • goal

Real Madrid player ratings vs Osasuna: Raul Asencio late lapse costs Los Blancos as Vinicius Junior strike counts for nothing

Scores again Friday Budimir scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Friday's 2-1 victory over Celta Vigo.

Impact Budimir scored yet another goal Friday, a header in the 35 minute assisted by Raul Moro which opened up the scoring. It marked his fourth consecutive match with a goal and he now has seven goals across his last seven appearances. He'll look to keep his hot streak going Friday at Elche.

FEBRUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Late Osasuna goal hands Celta Vigo first home defeat since November

A late goal from Raúl García de Haro has given Osasuna a 2-1 win over Celta Vigo in La Liga

FEBRUARY 6 • Associated Press

Continues dominant stretch Budimir scored one goal on three shots (one on target) and won one tackle in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Villarreal.

Impact All he does is score. The uber talented striker now has goals in three consecutive games and six goals over his last six appearances. Budimir now has 10 goals in 21 appearances on the year and is approaching must roster territory. He will look to keep up his torrid pace Friday versus Celta Vigo.

FEBRUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

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