Croatian footballer (born 1985)
"How you rise from situations like this shows your true strength" 🔊 Luka Modrić #CROESP #NationsLeague #Vatreni ❤️🔥
Luka Modrić was born in 1985 in the city of Zadar, Croatia. At the age of six, he found himself in the midst of a war-torn environment ... Show more
World Soccer Talk Oct 17
👉 On one side, 18-year-old Lionel Andrés Messi, and on the other, 20-year-old Luka Modrić.
On March 1, 2006, in a friendly match ... Show more
Luka Modrić was always going to get the nod for Petar Musa’s dream team. 🇭🇷🤝
This is $100M Squad pres. by @Chime. 💰
Luka Modric speaks frankly after the 0-7 defeat against England. 💥😡 ↪️ Losing is one thing, "but to lose like that and ruin the reputation we've built up ... Show more
"Reputation Ruined" Against England: Shame and Shock Plague Croatia's Soccer Players After 0-7 Loss
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Key FactsEngland hands Croatia its heaviest international defeat
Oct 4, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: n-tv.de
- The 7–0 became Croatia’s heaviest international defeat; previously, a 6–0 loss to Spain in September 2018 held the unwanted record.
- Bilic accepted responsibility, rejected England’s quality as an excuse, and said the performance would be analyzed.
- Luka Modric said he felt ashamed for the first time, but simultaneously called for unity during the difficult situation.
- The newspaper Jutarnji List called the performance an unacceptable catastrophe and considered Croatia’s quarterfinal hopes over.
but to lose like that and ruin the reputation we have built up over years is unacceptable.— Luka Modrić, Croatia's record international, after the 0-7 defeat to England in the Nations League
"I consulted with friends and footballers who know Italy, such as Luka Modric, Marko Arnautovic, and Franck Ribery. I made my decision very consciously."
"It looked like we had four or five fewer players," said Croatia's captain Luka Modric after the heaviest defeat ever suffered by a Croatian national team ... Show more
Key FactsModric calls Croatia’s 7-0 loss to England catastrophic
Oct 4, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: goal.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: goal.com
- England defeated Croatia 7-0 in Rijeka; Harry Kane and Bukayo Saka scored twice, while the other scorers each netted once.
- Croatia’s seven-goal defeat is the country’s largest since gaining independence in 1991.
- After returning to the starting lineup, Modric said he felt shame after a match internationally for the first time.
- Before the upcoming Spain match, Modric demanded pride, effort, determination, and togetherness.
I have been here for 20 years, but for the first time I feel shame after a match.— Luka Modrić, after Croatia's 7-0 defeat to England in Rijeka during the UEFA Nations League 2026/27; reported by Jutarnji
For Luka Modrić, mental strength means staying positive, believing in yourself and giving everything to what you love, turning doubt into motivation ... Show more
World Soccer Talk Sep 29
ABSOLUTE RESPECT FOR LUKA MODRIĆ. 👏🇭🇷
The Croatian legend came on in the second half, and the entire stadium — including the Spanish fans — rose to their feet ... Show more
Believe in yourself, even when others say you won't make it, and find joy in what you do: this is Luka Modrić's advice to young people in the first ... Show more
MODRIĆ GETS RECOGNIZED BY ALL OF SPAIN AFTER THE GAME! 🇪🇸👏🏼
After the final whistle, the Croatian star was the most sought-after player on the field ... Show more
Complete Sports Oct 04
Nations League: Catastrophic Night –Modric Left Devastated By England Rout: AC Milan midfielder Luka Modric has admitted that he felt ashamed for the first time ...
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Slaven and Luka, 20 years later... 🗞️👉 Slaven and Luka. Twenty years later... "From Livorno to Prague. Luka briefly celebrated the joy of the goal with his teammates ... Show more
cal.itv.com Oct 03
A stark difference in midfield experience 😳
Luka Modrić makes up 204 of those international appearances alone 🔥
(k+) Glasner und die Legende von Forest: "Wir sind nicht wie Robin Hood": Nach drei Titeln mit Crystal Palace schreibt Oliver Glasner (52), der 2022 mit ...
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The 41-year-old Luka Modrić scored his 30th goal for Croatia in a 2-1 win over Czechia 👏😎
Modric 'ashamed' after England hand Croatia worst defeat in their history: Croatia's Luka Modric said he was ashamed of his side's performance after they lost ...
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Has Luka Modric overtaken Xavi & Iniesta as the greatest modern midfielder? 👑#football #laliga #realmadrid #barcelona #modric
Complete Sports Sep 29
Šuker Backs Modrić To Lead Croatia To Euro 2028: Croatia legend Davor Šuker has voiced absolute confidence that midfield maestro Luka Modrić can maintain his ...
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Davor Suker issues bold Nations League warning to 'amazing' Spain as Croatia legend backs ageless Luka Modric to cause upset
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Croatia captain Luka Modric is 41. He has 202 international appearances behind him, more than two decades of Croatia duty in his legs ... Show more
The record Modric broke and his time warp with Bilic
The record Modric broke and his time warp with Bilic
Nations League: Spain sink England at Wembley; Modric shines for Croatia: Mikel Oyarzabal struck late as Spain beat England 3-2 at Wembley in the Nations League ...
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Deja Vu! Ever-green Luka Modric recalls iconic Slaven Bilic debut after scoring in Croatia victory over Czechia
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World champions Spain punish England errors to win Nations League thriller: Oyarzabal sinks hosts after Gordon and Kane spark comeback; Modric inspires Croatia ...
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Spain win at Wembley, 41-year-old Modrić's goal contributed to Croatia's victory | NEWS.am Sport - All about sports
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World Soccer Talk Sep 20
Joško Gvardiol visited Luka Modrić’s childhood home in Croatia, which was destroyed during the 1991 war when Serbian forces burned it down and killed Modrić’s ... Show more
World Soccer Talk Sep 14
LUKA MODRIC: "What Messi did is a difficult number. As a footballer I see it as almost impossible, although in our time football was very tough and there ... Show more
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'It's not the game for Luka Modric!' - Ruben Amorim reveals what AC Milan must do to get the best from midfield maestro
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Modric's heir snubs United! Baturina runs riot as Fabregas's Como crush Leipzig on European debut
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World Soccer Talk Sep 07
ZINEDINE ZIDANE: "After taking charge of Real Madrid, I realized how the number '10' had become just another shirt ... Show more
Luka Modrić turns 41 today.
One of the greatest playmakers the game has ever produced, who we still have the privilege of witnessing 🪄🇭🇷
Entrevista a Luka Modric | MARCA: Entrevista a Luka Modric en MARCA.com: el futbolista repasa su trayectoria, su futuro en el Real Madrid y las claves de la ...
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Croatia boss Slaven Bilic hails 'infinite' Luka Modric as the AC Milan star returns for the Nations League against Spain and England
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Turning 41 today and still making history! 🎂 2018 Ballon d'Or winner 🌕 6x UEFA Champions League winner 🏆 Croatia captain & master of the midfield 🇭🇷 Happy ... Show more
Luka Modrić - | Ballon d'Or 2018: Stats & Career | Ballondor.com
Luka Modrić - | Ballon d'Or 2018: Stats & Career | Ballondor.com
Luka Modric makes surprising decision about his future | Football: Luka Modric turns 41 on Wednesday - | and still isn't stopping.
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"I played for the biggest club in the world." Modrić raves about Real Madrid - | and explains why Milan is also at the top. ❤️🖤
BBC Sep 06
Luka Modric: Croatia midfielder to continue international career: Luke Modric, 41, is not ready to retire from international football and hopes to play for ...
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Croatia coach Bilic relies on part-time player Modrić: "I didn't have to convince him"
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Modric at 41: Croatia nominates veteran star for Nations League: Croatian national coach Slaven Bilić has called up his star player to the Nations League squad ...
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🚨🗣️ Harry Kane may be 33, but he isn't stopping anytime soon: "When I see players like Messi and Ronaldo and Luka Modric playing until late 30s or ... Show more
Luka Modric is still available to play for Croatia, the country's soccer association (HNS) said on Saturday, ending speculation that the veteran midfielder ... Show more
Modric available to play for Croatia in Nations League
Modric available to play for Croatia in Nations League
'He can be a leader' - AC Milan star Luka Modric singles out 'phenomenal' Jude Bellingham for special praise at Real Madrid
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How Ronaldo, Modric, Neymar missed MLS moves – Report: Discover how football legends Cristiano Ronaldo, Luka Modric, and Neymar almost made blockbuster moves to ...
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World Soccer Talk Sep 03
Luka Modric names Jose Mourinho as ‘most important factor’ for Real Madrid arrival while leaving door open ...
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A new chapter in Modrić's career begins in Madrid. ✨ Ema Modrić is transferring from Milan to Real Madrid.
14 years ago, Luka Modrić joined Real Madrid.
Early in his first season at the club, he was voted La Liga's worst signing in Marca ... Show more
OpinionPep Guardiola dubbed Nico Gonzalez 'mini Rodri' but Newcastle could actually be signing next Modric
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World Soccer Talk Aug 23
Why are Christian Pulisic and Luka Modric not starting for AC Milan in 26-27 Serie A debut vs Torino?
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Daily Sabah Aug 20
Mourinho backs Arda Güler to follow Modric, Bernardo Silva path: Jose Mourinho believes Arda Güler could eventually follow a path similar to Luka Modric and ...
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Croatian football star Luka Modric has postponed his retirement once again! 🙌⚽ ↪️The 2018 FIFA World Player of the Year signed a contract valid until mid-2027 ... Show more
World Soccer Talk Aug 12
The heartfelt letter from Arda Güler, written for The Players’ Tribune about his time at Real Madrid.
"When I was at Fenerbahçe ... Show more
LUKA MANIA REACHES AUSTRALIA! 🇦🇺🔥
The Milan fans gave Luka Modrić an incredible welcome in Australia as the Croatian star arrived with the team for their ... Show more
World Soccer Talk Aug 09
From meeting your hero to sharing the midfield with him 🥹
🔙Back in 2017, Christian Comotto was just a kid asking Luka Modrić for a photo ... Show more
'Luka Modric teased me!' - Inter star Hakan Calhanoglu reveals derby banter and Champions League dreams
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I don’t want to give him advice’ – Luka Modric makes plea for Rafael Leao to stay at AC Milan
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'I needed to listen to my body' – Luka Modric opens up on AC Milan contract extension and explains catastrophic season collapse
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Mail Online Aug 03
Chaotic moment international football icon Luka Modric, 40, is mobbed by fans after landing in Australia to a hero's welcome
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RealSport101 Jul 31
FC 26 FUTTIES Team 2 Leaks: All Players & Release Time: Check out the leaked FC 26 FUTTIES Team 2 players! Explore the full squad list featuring Thierry Henry ...
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Bluesky Jul 21
Fabrizio Romano (MIRROR) (@fabrizioromano.yopro20.com): 🚨❤️🖤 BREAKING: Luka Modrić has verbally agreed to sign new deal at AC Milan.
The Croatian legend ...
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🇭🇷🇵🇹 Bruno Fernandes repping Luka Modric in training after the pair swapped shirts at the World Cup ❤️
Times of Oman Jul 03
FIFA World Cup 2026: Ronaldo and Portugal win battle of legends, end of road for Modric
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Key FactsSpain’s Last-Minute Goal Ends Ronaldo’s World Cup Run
Jul 7, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: dawn.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: dawn.com
- Mikel Merino netted a late winner that eliminated Portugal and marked the end of Ronaldo’s World Cup career.
- Spain will face Belgium in the quarter-finals this Friday at a 70,649-capacity air-conditioned stadium in Los Angeles.
- Both teams entered undefeated, with Spain having not conceded any goals throughout the tournament so far.
- Ronaldo, aged 41 and currently playing in Saudi Arabia, had a limited impact from his central attacking position.
It was a very tough week, a difficult week - a week in which public opinion was very harsh on us, all the players, especially the coach.— Cristiano Ronaldo admitted after Portugal's 5-0 victory over Uzbekistan in the World Cup group stage.
World Soccer Talk Jul 23
Modric and Kroos named by Valverde among his references as he becomes Real Madrid captain
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The 2026 World Cup is expected to be the final tournament for several of football's biggest stars.
From Cristiano Ronaldo to Luka Modric ... Show more
World Soccer Talk Jul 15
Luka Modric is reportedly considering continuing with Croatia after Slaven Bilić’s appointment
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World Soccer Talk Jul 16
🗣️ CASEMIRO: “I’m going to tell you something I’ve never said in any interview: After the UCL final in Milan against Atlético de Madrid ... Show more
"Don't say anything wrong": Referee anger for Modric: Luka Modric is leaving his future open. His anger at the referee's performance is the prevailing ...
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"I believed that we would get better and better, this will help us again" 🔊 Luka Modrić #WorldCup #CROGHA #HrabarBroj #Vatreni ❤️🔥
The last World Cup dance for CR7 💪 and Luka Modric 🪄 Together they have won six Ballon d'Or awards and each has over 200 caps for their respective nations! ... Show more
World Soccer Talk Jul 13
🗣️ Carlo Ancelotti: "Modrić is a gift to football. I had another player who was 40 years old, who was Maldini. The two can be compared in terms of what a ... Show more
🎖 2018: Golden Ball Winner
🥈 2018: Runner-up
🥉 2022: Third Place
Luka Modrić took a nation of 4 million people and turned them into a global powerhouse ... Show more
Cristiano Ronaldo paid tribute to former teammate Diogo Jota after Portugal's 2-1 World Cup win over Croatia, while Luka Modric refused to discuss his ... Show more
