Luka Modric

Luka Modric

Croatia captain Luka Modric and head coach Zlatko Dalic attend a press conference ahead of their FIFA World Cup 2026 Group L match against England at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, Texas, on 16 June 2026. Photo: Reuters

Croatia's Dalic warns team of Kane threat before England opener

Modric and Dalic have been central to Croatia's success at the last two World Cup tournaments.

Luka Modric, 40, makes his 198th appearance for Croatia against Slovenia at Stadion Varteks, Varaždin, on 7 June 2026. Photo: Reuters

More oldies than ever at World Cup as over-40s rock on

Modric brings Galactico glamour to Swansea in surprise ownership twist

Modric brings Galactico glamour to Swansea in surprise ownership twist

Veteran Modric a gift to football: Ancelotti

Veteran Modric a gift to football: Ancelotti

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Modric extends Real Madrid contract until 2025

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Modric wants to carry on despite Euro 2024 disappointment

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Modric extends Real Madrid contract until 2024

Modric, Lloris among 'more than 10' Saudi targets

Modric, Lloris among 'more than 10' Saudi targets

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Modric doubtful for Copa Del Rey final

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Qatar World Cup's best XI

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Modric wants to play Nations League, unsure about Euro 2024

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Half time: Argentina 2-0 ahead with Messi and Alvarez goals against Croatia

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The magicians: 17 years on, Messi and Modric still pulling the strings