Croatia, Portugal and World Cup
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At just a few months off 41, the Croatia midfielder has just become the oldest ever player to assist a World Cup goal
Portugal head coach Roberto Martinez has hailed Cristiano Ronaldo and Luka Modric as global icons who have surpassed the limitations of public scrutiny. Speaking ahead of a high-stakes World Cup knockout clash,
Croatia head coach Zlatko Dalic hailed Luka Modric's performance as "truly fantastic" as the 40-year-old midfielder led his country into the knockout rounds for the third World Cup in a row.
Zlatko Dalic’s squad proves why they cannot be counted out at the World Cup as a blend of youth and veteran experience secures a spot in the next round
Luka Modric admits his career is nearing its end after Croatia's 2-1 World Cup 2026 win over Ghana and praises Petar Sucic's outstanding display.
Milan’s Luka Modric has added a new World Cup record to his CV while Inter and Torino stars Petar Sucic and Nikola Vlasic provided the goals for Croatia in a 2-1 victory over Ghana on Saturday
Croatia greatly improve their chance of reaching the knockout stage, while Panama bow out after two games. Our writers analyse the match
Still going as he nears his 41st birthday, a defining figure of the last two World Cups could yet play a pivotal role in 2026
Croatia legend Davor Suker reveals Milan midfielder Luka Modric will return to Real Madrid this summer: ‘Let’s see what happens after the World Cup…’Croatia international Modric will return
Portugal's Silva praises idol Modric ahead of World Cup clash with Croatia
Cristiano Ronaldo meets former Real Madrid teammate Luka Modric, whose presence, Richard Jolly explains, highlights their contrasting World Cup legacies
