HNS Fiery Zone arrives with Coca-Cola for World Cup celebrations
Translated from Croatian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Zagreb will host the "Vatrena zona HNS-a" (HNS Fiery Zone) starting June 17, a fan zone for the World Cup.
- The zone, in collaboration with Coca-Cola, will feature match screenings, activations, and a "Wall of Wishes" for fan messages.
- Entry to all "Vatrene zone" locations, including Zagreb's Cvjetni trg and Rijeka's Pogon, is free.
Zagreb is set to transform into a hub of football fervor this summer with the launch of the "Vatrena zona HNS-a" (HNS Fiery Zone). Starting June 17, Petra Preradoviฤ Square, also known as Cvjetni trg, will become the official fan zone of the Croatian Football Federation (HNS). This dedicated space aims to unite the city in celebrating every goal, victory, and moment of the Croatian national team during the World Cup.
Beyond the central Zagreb location, official "Vatrene zone" will also be established at Tvornica kulture in Zagreb and Pogon in Rijeka. These venues will offer football enthusiasts the chance to collectively watch World Cup matches, particularly those featuring the Croatian team, in comfortable, air-conditioned indoor settings.
In partnership with Coca-Cola, the HNS Fiery Zones promise a range of engaging activities designed to immerse attendees in the stadium atmosphere. Visitors can look forward to a Coca-Cola photo booth for lasting memories and special Coca-Cola stands that aim to replicate the feel of a stadium crowd right in the city center. A "Wall of Wishes" will also be a focal point, inviting fans to share messages of support, predictions, or heartfelt sentiments for the national team.
Participants who leave messages on the "Wall of Wishes" during match days may receive complimentary mini Coca-Cola cans. Additionally, a special surprise awaits at the HNS booth: purchasing a "Vatreni paket iznenaฤenja" (Fiery surprise package) offers a chance to win limited-edition HNS x Coca-Cola t-shirts. The "Vatrena zona HNS-a" is envisioned not just as a place to watch games, but as a vibrant gathering spot where strangers and friends connect over shared passion, where the cheers continue long after the final whistle, and where the entire city becomes a unified fan tribune supporting the Croatian national team. Entry to all "Vatrene zone" locations is free, with daily programming including music, various activations, games, prizes, official merchandise sales, and catering services.
Originally published by Veฤernji List in Croatian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.