Luka Modric
Luka Modric is Croatia's most successful footballer, known for his achievements with Real Madrid and the national team.
Notable Quotes
"I am thrilled to stay at AC Milan, where you made me feel welcomed and loved from the very first day."View Story →
"I've been here for 20 years, but for the first time I feel ashamed after a game."View Story →
"It is difficult to find an explanation for such a performance without duels, fouls, aggressiveness, togetherness."View Story →
"But in any case, losing like this and squandering the reputation we've built over the years is unacceptable... [it was a] catastrophic night [for Croatia]."View Story →
"We need to pull ourselves together, stay together because a new difficult game awaits us."View Story →
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