Croatia midfielder Luka Modric has confirmed he plans to represent his country in the Nations League finals in 2023, but refused to commit any further. Now 37, Real Madrid man Modric is undeniably in the twilight of his career but he remains a vital player for both club and country. He inspired Croatia to third … Continue reading Luka Modric not quitting football after impressive World Cup performance
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Modric deserves another Ballon d’Or – Florentino Perez
Real Madrid president Florentino Perez spoke to Movistar after his side won the Spanish Supercopa by beating Athletic Club 2-0 on Sunday. Luka Modric "Winning this trophy means a lot," Perez said. "We're at the start of a new era with a coach that knows us well, a defence we have change and results have … Continue reading Modric deserves another Ballon d’Or – Florentino Perez
Modric ready to end 2019 in style
Luka Modric kicked off 2019 with the Ballon d'Or award in his hands and now, as 2019 draws to a close, he is willing to end this year in the best possible way. Casemiro was sanctioned for Real Madrid's game against Athletic Club on Sunday and the Croatian is expected to take his teammate's place in the starting line-up. The … Continue reading Modric ready to end 2019 in style
Zlatko Dalic slams ‘selfish’ Cristiano Ronaldo
Juventus won 2-1 against Parma as Cristiano Ronaldo missed yet another chance to score in their third match of the season and Croatia national team coach, Zlatko Dalic, says the Portuguese star wouldn’t make it on his team list. Dalic, who led Croatia to their first World Cup finals in Russia 2018, was angered … Continue reading Zlatko Dalic slams ‘selfish’ Cristiano Ronaldo
MODRIC-SAGA: Inter Milan explain rift with Real Madrid
Real Madrid boss Florentino Perez is offended by an alleged plot from Inter Milan to “unlawfully” woo Luka Modric over to Italy. Perez opted to sue the Serie A Champions for making contact with Modric without first seeking permission from Madrid, and the La Liga giants say this unauthorized approach must be punished. According to … Continue reading MODRIC-SAGA: Inter Milan explain rift with Real Madrid
Luka Modric is not for sale – Julen Lopetegui
Real Madrid president Florentino Perez recently said Luka Modric would be ready to leave the club if interested buyers are ready to part with a whopping €750m, but new coach Julen Lopetegui insists his star player is not available in the transfer market. Image: Luka Modric In the aftermath of Modric’s performance at Russia … Continue reading Luka Modric is not for sale – Julen Lopetegui
Luka Modric explains the motivation behind win against England
A highly-motivated Croatian team surprised football lovers with their 2-1 victory against England during last night’s nerve-racking encounter in Russia, but Luka Modric says the motivation behind that memorable quarterfinal result came from the disrespectful taunts delivered by English reporters ahead of the match. ‘We owe the success to English journalists and pundits from television … Continue reading Luka Modric explains the motivation behind win against England
Luka Modric: I hate to compare Messi and Ronaldo
Real Madrid star Luka Modric has admitted that both Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi have reached the peak of global football, with unprecedented achievements and far-reaching reputation pacesetters, which show they're beyond comparison. Image shows Luka Modric and C. Ronaldo Modric, 32, however said he's not interested in choosing any of them above the other, … Continue reading Luka Modric: I hate to compare Messi and Ronaldo
Modric: Other teams fear to play against Real Madrid
Luka Modric, the Croatian professional footballer who plays for Spanish side Real Madrid, has argued that other teams around the world, not only in La Liga, are afraid to face Zinedine Zidane's team. Image: Luka Modric Speaking after Madrid's 4-1 victory over Valencia on Saturday, the Croatian captain said his team has nothing to fear … Continue reading Modric: Other teams fear to play against Real Madrid
Luka Modric – Having Zidane in training everyday is a blessing
Luka Modric says Real Madrid's recent successes would be nearly impossible without Zinedine Zidane as the head coach, adding that having the Frenchman at training everyday is a blessing for his teammates. Modric joined Madrid in 2012 from Tottenham Hotspur, and despite having a rough patch with coaches over the years, Zidane's arrival charted a … Continue reading Luka Modric – Having Zidane in training everyday is a blessing
Luka Modric is the world best – Srna
Darijo Srna, the Croatian right-back who currently plays for Shakhtar Donetsk, says Real Madrid's achievements since the start of this 2016/17 season wouldn't be possible if not for Luka Modric's priceless efforts. Srna, a captain of the Ukrainian club side which he joined in 2003, has been sidelined due to injuries but his influence on … Continue reading Luka Modric is the world best – Srna
Modric: “Croatia Proved Their Worth.”
Real Madrid veteran midfielder Luka Modric claims Croatia showed character as a great team during last Sunday's 1-0 victory over Group D rivals Turkey at Euro 2016. Image: Luka Modric in action for Croatia. Croatia got an early lead in the match at Parc des Princes after Modric’s first-time volley from outside the box. The strike was all … Continue reading Modric: “Croatia Proved Their Worth.”
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