Luka Modric gives update on Croatia future after playing last World Cup game
2 years ago

Luka Modric gives update on Croatia future after playing last World Cup game

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Luka Modric has confirmed that his final World Cup game will not send him into international retirement but is unsure at the moment if he will carry on for Croatia until Euro 2024. The 37-year-old midfielder captained Croatia in the 2-1 win over Morocco which meant that his side finished third in Qatar, following on from a second-placed finish in Russia four years ago. Modric, who has won a national record 162 caps, is considering playing in Germany in Euro 2024 but has vowed to be available for the Nations League finals in June.

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Cristiano Ronaldo and Luka Modric both on target to secure Nations League wins
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Cristiano Ronaldo and Luka Modric both on target to secure Nations League wins

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The 39-year-old tapped in from close range from Nuno Mendes’ whipped cross …

Goal-den oldie: Modric sets Euro record
5 months, 4 weeks ago

Goal-den oldie: Modric sets Euro record

China Daily  

Luka Modric celebrates scoring Croatia's goal in its Euro 2024 Group B match against Italy at Leipzig Stadium in Leipzig, Germany, on Monday. Added time 'a nonsense' Croatia coach Zlatko Dalic said the length of added time in his team's heartbreaking 1-1 draw with Italy at Euro 2024 on Monday was a "nonsense". The 2022 World Cup semifinalist was on …

Never retire Luka Modric: Journalist's wholesome tribute to Croatia's star
5 months, 4 weeks ago

Never retire Luka Modric: Journalist's wholesome tribute to Croatia's star

India Today  

Croatia skipper Luka Modric was paid a heartfelt tribute by an Italian journalist, Francesco Repice, during the post-match press conference of his side’s loss to Italy on June 25 in UEFA Euro 2024, where he asked the midfielder to never retire. After Croatia were held to a disappointing 1-1 draw against Italy due to a late goal from Mattia Zaccagni, …

Heartbreak, yes, but hang on to the Modric memories
5 months, 4 weeks ago

Heartbreak, yes, but hang on to the Modric memories

Hindustan Times  

Kolkata: The announcement hasn’t come yet, maybe it will following a holiday after the heartbreak. Unlikely after Mattia Zaccagni’s right-foot bender made it 1-1 taking Italy to the round of 16 when till the 98th minute it looked like Croatia, leading by Modric’s 55th minute strike, would get there at the defending champions’ expense. Modric’s shot was saved by Donnarumma …

Croatia star Luka Modric is the oldest to ever score at a European Championship
5 months, 4 weeks ago

Croatia star Luka Modric is the oldest to ever score at a European Championship

The Hindu  

A standing ovation, a man-of-the-match award and a record. But Croatia star Luka Modric was in no mood to celebrate, regardless of the accolades, after what could have been his last appearance at a major tournament. Modric scored against Italy on June 24 to become the oldest goal-scorer ever at a European Championship. Modric, who is 38 years and 289 …

Croatia star Luka Modric is the oldest to ever score at a European Championship. He’s not done yet.
5 months, 4 weeks ago

Croatia star Luka Modric is the oldest to ever score at a European Championship. He’s not done yet.

Associated Press  

LEIPZIG, Germany — A standing ovation, a man-of-the-match award and a record. But Croatia star Luka Modric was in no mood to celebrate, regardless of the accolades, after what could have been his last appearance at a major tournament. Modric scored against Italy on Monday to become the oldest goal-scorer ever at a European Championship. Modric, who is 38 years …

Euro 2024: Luka Modric breaks record, becomes oldest goalscorer in Euros history during Croatia vs Italy
5 months, 4 weeks ago

Euro 2024: Luka Modric breaks record, becomes oldest goalscorer in Euros history during Croatia vs Italy

The Hindu  

Luka Modric became the oldest player to score a goal in the European Championships when he found the net for Croatia in its 1-1 draw against Italy at the Leipzig Stadium on Monday. Seconds later Modric was in the right place at the right time when a cross came into the box for Ante Budimir whose initial shot is saved …

Euro 2024: 'Raised the bar too high' - Luka Modric, Croatia still hope to make an impact
6 months, 1 week ago

Euro 2024: 'Raised the bar too high' - Luka Modric, Croatia still hope to make an impact

Firstpost  

Croatia face a tough assignment in Germany having been placed in the same group as reigning champions Italy as well as Spain and Albania. AP Croatia head into Euro 2024 with cautious optimism despite a tough draw, and despite still being heavily reliant on the 38-year-old Luka Modric as he nears the end of his remarkable career. “We raised the …

Slovenia in EURO 2024: Team guide, full squad, match timings, live streaming info, preview
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Slovenia in EURO 2024: Team guide, full squad, match timings, live streaming info, preview

The Hindu  

Slovenia made the most of a favourable draw in the qualifiers for Germany 2024 to reach its second European Championship, 24 years after their debut appearance at the tournament. SLOVENIA AT A GLANCE Previous Euro performance: One participation, group stage in 2000 Other honours: None FIFA ranking: 57 Coach: Matjaz Kek Star players: Jan Oblak, Benjamin Sesko Main clubs: Maribor, …

Modric set for international swan song
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Modric set for international swan song

China Daily  

Real Madrid's Luka Modric celebrates with a Croatia flag after winning his sixth Champions League on June 1 in London. For Euro 2024, Modric will be returning to Germany, where he played in his first big tournament with the national team at the 2006 World Cup, just months after his Croatia debut. In 2018, Modric won the Ballon d'Or, soccer's …

Modric signs contract extension with Real Madrid until 2024
1 year, 5 months ago

Modric signs contract extension with Real Madrid until 2024

The Hindu  

Veteran Real Madrid midfielder Luka Modric will stay at the club for another season after renewing his deal until June 2024, the Spanish side said on Monday. Modric, 37, remains a key player for Madrid and decided to stay despite strong interest from Saudi Arabia, looking to recruit him at the end of his previous contract, which expires this month. …

‘We need him’ - Croatia coach asks Modric to postpone retirement
1 year, 6 months ago

‘We need him’ - Croatia coach asks Modric to postpone retirement

The Hindu  

Croatia coach Zlatko Dalic on Monday appealed to star midfielder Luka Modric to stay amid growing speculation the captain will retire from international football. The Real Madrid player famously led Croatia to a second-place finish at the 2018 World Cup and third place at last year’s tournament in Qatar. Croatia had been chasing its first ever major trophy against a …

Watch: Croatia fans' stunning gesture for visibly emotional Luka Modric after Nations League final loss goes viral
1 year, 6 months ago

Watch: Croatia fans' stunning gesture for visibly emotional Luka Modric after Nations League final loss goes viral

Hindustan Times  

Croatia were beaten in heartbreaking fashion by Spain in the UEFA Nations League final at De Juip in Rotterdam, falling in the penalty shootout after a spirited performance during regulation play. Luka Modric has been Croatia’s best player and talisman for much of his career Following the decisive penalty by Real Madrid defender Dani Carvajal, his club teammate and Croatia’s …

Nations League Final, Croatia vs Spain live streaming: Preview, Possible XI, When and Where to watch in India
1 year, 6 months ago

Nations League Final, Croatia vs Spain live streaming: Preview, Possible XI, When and Where to watch in India

India TV News  

Croatia will target their maiden international trophy when they take on mighty Spain in the UEFA Nations League final on Sunday, June 18. On the other hand, Spain beat Italy in the second semi-final with new Real Madrid signing Joselu scoring an 88th-minute winner in a 2-1 win. UEFA Nations League Final, Match Details: Croatia vs Spain Venue: De Kuip, …

Watch: How Luka Modric's assist and last-minute penalty masterclass sent Croatia into UEFA Nations League final
1 year, 6 months ago

Watch: How Luka Modric's assist and last-minute penalty masterclass sent Croatia into UEFA Nations League final

Hindustan Times  

Croatia and Netherlands put on a thrilling rollercoaster of a match at De Kuip in Rotterdam, taking their UEFA Nations League semifinal all the way to extra-time before one team pulled clear and booked a spot in the final with a 4-2 victory. Having already had gone ahead in extra-time through a fantastic bottom corner finish by striker Bruno Petkovic, …

Nations League: Luka Modric scores in extra time as Croatia beat Netherlands to reach final
1 year, 6 months ago

Nations League: Luka Modric scores in extra time as Croatia beat Netherlands to reach final

Firstpost  

Zlatko Dalic’s Croatia, who reached the World Cup semi-finals last year, moved a step closer to earning their first ever trophy and demonstrated once again they are extra-time specialists. Bruno Petkovic and Luka Modric struck in extra time to fire Croatia into the Nations League final with a 4-2 victory over hosts the Netherlands on Wednesday. Zlatko Dalic’s side, who …

Nations League: Croatia reaches final after knocking out Netherlands
1 year, 6 months ago

Nations League: Croatia reaches final after knocking out Netherlands

The Hindu  

Croatia scored twice in extra time to beat the Netherlands 4-2 in their Nations League semifinal in Rotterdam on Wednesday and advance to Sunday’s decider. Substitute Bruno Petkovic curled home a stunning shot from the edge of the penalty area eight minutes into extra time to put them on their way and Luka Modric made sure of Croatia’s triumph with …

Modric Leads Croatia to Nations League Final with Win Over Netherlands
1 year, 6 months ago

Modric Leads Croatia to Nations League Final with Win Over Netherlands

News 18  

Bruno Petkovic and Luka Modric struck in extra time to fire Croatia into the Nations League final with a 4-2 victory over hosts the Netherlands on Wednesday. The Nations League represents one of the last chances for Croatia’s elder statesmen, including Real Madrid midfielder Modric, to taste international triumph. “Surely this is a victory which will go down in history.” …

Luka Modric penalty completes thrilling 4-2 win for Croatia over Netherlands in Nations League
1 year, 6 months ago

Luka Modric penalty completes thrilling 4-2 win for Croatia over Netherlands in Nations League

Associated Press  

ROTTERDAM, Netherlands — Veteran midfielder Luka Modric scored an extra-time penalty to seal a thrilling 4-2 victory for Croatia over the Netherlands and a place in the Nations League final. He said after captaining Croatia to victory over Morocco in the third-place game at the World Cup in Qatar he wanted to “continue until at least the Nations League and …

Nations League finals a considerable achievement for Croatia, says coach
1 year, 6 months ago

Nations League finals a considerable achievement for Croatia, says coach

The Hindu  

Croatia might have finished second and third at the last two World Cups but coach Zlatko Dalic insisted reaching this week’s four-team Nations League finals was a considerable achievement for his team. “We had problems in the first two editions of the Nations League, but now we achieved a great result by beating France and Denmark in our group, finishing …

Real Madrid handed Luka Modric fitness boost ahead of Man City clash
1 year, 7 months ago

Real Madrid handed Luka Modric fitness boost ahead of Man City clash

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Real Madrid’s Luka Modric has been passed fit …

Ollie Cooper hoping for Wales debut against ‘incredible footballer’ Luka Modric
1 year, 9 months ago

Ollie Cooper hoping for Wales debut against ‘incredible footballer’ Luka Modric

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Swansea midfielder Ollie Cooper says “incredible footballer” Luka …

World Cup: Croatia manager Zlatko Dalic backs Luka Modric, 37, to continue his international career
2 years ago

World Cup: Croatia manager Zlatko Dalic backs Luka Modric, 37, to continue his international career

Daily Mail  

Zlatko Dalic dedicated Croatia's bronze medal to Luka Modric and hinted that the Croatia captain may stay on to help his country qualify and try to win Euro 2024 in Germany. Croatia manager Zlatko Dalic believes Luka Modric will continue to play for the nation Croatia celebrated finishing as third place winners at the Qatar World Cup on Saturday Croatia …

Modric says he’ll keep playing for Croatia after Qatar World Cup
2 years ago

Modric says he’ll keep playing for Croatia after Qatar World Cup

Al Jazeera  

Captain, 37, says he will continue international career after Croatia clinches third spot in tournament in Qatar. “About my future, I don’t know if I will be until the Euro in Germany, we will see,” he told BeIn Sports after Croatia’s 2-1 win over Morocco at Doha’s Khalifa International Stadium on Saturday. I’m enjoying the national team, I feel happy, …

Croatia 2-1 Morocco: Great goals and Modric’s World Cup last dance
2 years ago

Croatia 2-1 Morocco: Great goals and Modric’s World Cup last dance

New York Times  

Croatia won the third-place play-off game against Morocco in a game which featured some world-class goals. OH MY 😳 Mislav Oršić with a beauty to put Croatia up just before the half 🎯 pic.twitter.com/OtquwmKsfr — FOX Soccer December 17, 2022 And then followed penalty shouts, emotional players, terrible VAR calls, players fuming at the referee and near-last-minute equalisers — almost …

Luka Modric quite certain to play in Euro 2024 if Croatia qualifies, says coach Dalic
2 years ago

Luka Modric quite certain to play in Euro 2024 if Croatia qualifies, says coach Dalic

The Hindu  

Croatia’s 37-year-old captain Luka Modric is likely to feature for the national team at the Euro 2024 tournament despite his age should the team qualify, coach Zlatko Dalic said on Friday. The playmaker was its driving force in midfield as it beat tournament favourite Brazil on penalties in the quarter-finals before losing to Argentina in the last four. RELATED | …

Croatia hopeful Luka Modric won’t retire after World Cup
2 years ago

Croatia hopeful Luka Modric won’t retire after World Cup

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Croatia head coach Zlatko Dalic is hopeful the …

Modric ‘hit hard’ by World Cup defeat, his Croatia future unclear
2 years ago

Modric ‘hit hard’ by World Cup defeat, his Croatia future unclear

Al Jazeera  

Croatian manager Zlatko Dalic wants the 37-year-old star to play for Croatia until 2024. Croatia’s veteran playmaker Luka Modric was “hit really hard” by his team’s defeat to Argentina in Tuesday’s World Cup semifinal, according to the team’s manager Zlatko Dalic. The 37-year-old Modric made his 161st appearance for his country in the final four match where an inspired Argentina …

FIFA World Cup 2022: Luka Modric reveals ‘dream’ plan for retirement ahead of semifinal vs Argentina
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup 2022: Luka Modric reveals ‘dream’ plan for retirement ahead of semifinal vs Argentina

The Hindu  

Captain Luka Modric is ‘very focused on Croatia’ as his team takes on Argentina in first semifinal of the FIFA World Cup 2022 on Tuesday night. “For now, I am at the World Cup and very focused on Croatia,” Modric is quoted as saying by Diario AS. At 37, Modric has been the driving force behind Vatreni’s progression to the …

Croatia World Cup 2022 squad guide: Full fixtures, group, ones to watch, odds and more
2 years ago

Croatia World Cup 2022 squad guide: Full fixtures, group, ones to watch, odds and more

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy One of the game’s great midfield talents of …

Croatia midfield delivers calmness and control amid the chaos
2 years ago

Croatia midfield delivers calmness and control amid the chaos

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Winner of the Golden Ball four years ago as the tournament’s best …

Mateo Kovacic: The heir to Luka Modric trying to fuel a Croatia World Cup repeat
2 years, 1 month ago

Mateo Kovacic: The heir to Luka Modric trying to fuel a Croatia World Cup repeat

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy If surprise 2018 runners-up Croatia take the World …

World Cup finalist Croatia bringing rebuilt team to Qatar
2 years, 1 month ago

World Cup finalist Croatia bringing rebuilt team to Qatar

Associated Press  

Was Croatia’s run to the 2018 World Cup final a one-off? Wins over World Cup champion France, Denmark and Austria in the Nations League this year show Croatia is getting back on track following a period of underwhelming results after 2018. NEW BLOOD The veterans on the team have combined well with younger players like 20-year-old Leipzig center back Joško …

Luka Modric admits the Qatar World Cup will be his LAST international tournament
2 years, 1 month ago

Luka Modric admits the Qatar World Cup will be his LAST international tournament

Daily Mail  

The Real Madrid midfielder Modric will be turning 38-years-old before Euro 2024 The 37-year-old helped lead Croatia to the 2018 World Cup final last time round Luka Modric admitted the World Cup will be his last international tournament Real Madrid star Luka Modric has insisted that the 2022 Qatar World Cup will be his last international tournament for Croatia. Luka …

Carlo Ancelotti confirms Luka Modric will FINISH his career at Real Madrid
2 years, 8 months ago

Carlo Ancelotti confirms Luka Modric will FINISH his career at Real Madrid

Daily Mail  

Carlo Ancelotti has claimed Luka Modric 'will finish his career' at Real Madrid despite his contract running out at the end of the season. Luka Modric's current contract at Real Madrid expires at the end of the season Ancelotti said: 'Luka Modric will finish his career here at Real Madrid. But Carlo Ancelotti says the Croatian midfielder will spend the …

Euro 2020: Dalic delighted as Croatia steps up to reach last 16
3 years, 6 months ago

Euro 2020: Dalic delighted as Croatia steps up to reach last 16

The Hindu  

Croatia coach Zlatko Dalic was overjoyed to have steered his side into the Euro 2020 knockout stages after second-half goals from Luka Modric and Ivan Perisic helped it to a 3-1 Group D win over Scotland at Hampden Park on Tuesday. "Congratulations to the lads for an effervescent performance that propelled us into the knockout rounds and we will now …

Euro 2020: Croatia's Luka Modric masterclass shows up Scotland's shortcomings
3 years, 6 months ago

Euro 2020: Croatia's Luka Modric masterclass shows up Scotland's shortcomings

Firstpost  

Modric, 35, playing in his 62nd game of the season for club and country, received the ball on the edge of the box and fired into the top corner with the outside of his right foot. After a 23-year wait to qualify for a major tournament, Scotland’s Euro 2020 experience lasted just eight days after a 3-1 defeat to Croatia …

Highlights, Euro 2020, Croatia vs Scotland: Luka Modric inspires Croatia to victory
3 years, 6 months ago

Highlights, Euro 2020, Croatia vs Scotland: Luka Modric inspires Croatia to victory

Firstpost  

Follow all the live action from the Group D match between Croatia and Scotland on Firstpost.com’s LIVE blog. Team Report: Stuart Armstrong replaced Billy Gilmour, who tested positive for coronavirus, in Scotland’s only change as they aim to reach the knockout stages of a major tournament for the first time at Euro 2020 against Croatia on Tuesday. Southampton midfielder Armstrong …

The timeless brilliance of Luka Modric
3 years, 6 months ago

The timeless brilliance of Luka Modric

New York Times  

There will come a time, in the not too distant future, when Luka Modric has a decision to make. Scotland had found reasons to believe they could be the ones to progress after their fight had brought them level late in the first half, but Modric’s sumptuous finish just after the hour mark soon brought them to their knees. Their …

Luka Modric extends Real Madrid contract to June 2022
3 years, 6 months ago

Luka Modric extends Real Madrid contract to June 2022

The Hindu  

Real Madrid midfielder Luka Modric has signed an extension to his contract until June 2022, the Spanish side said on Tuesday. Croatia international Modric's contract was due to expire at the end of next month but he signed a new deal alongside Real president Florentino Perez. READ: Modric, who joined Real from Tottenham Hotspur in 2012 for around 40 million …

Euro 2020: Real Madrid midfielder Luka Modric to lead Croatia's 26-man squad at tournament
3 years, 7 months ago

Euro 2020: Real Madrid midfielder Luka Modric to lead Croatia's 26-man squad at tournament

Firstpost  

Croatia have been drawn in Group D, and will play England in London on 13 June. Zagreb: Croatia coach Zlatko Dalic named a 26-man squad for Euro 2020 on Monday, comprising players who won silver at the 2018 World Cup and their younger peers and led by veteran Luka Modric. That group of experienced players includes defenders Domagoj Vida, Dejan …

Euro squad: Luka Modric to lead Croatia, focus on Petkovic
3 years, 7 months ago

Euro squad: Luka Modric to lead Croatia, focus on Petkovic

The Hindu  

Striker Bruno Petkovic is expected to fill Mario Mandzukic's big boots at Euro 2020 as Croatia aims to reach the last 16 at the June 11-July 11 tournament, coach Zlatko Dalic said as he named his 26-man squad on Monday. There were no surprises in Dalic's squad as a bulk of those who spearheaded that World Cup campaign was named …

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