Luka Modrić and Cristiano Ronaldo shared the pitch once again on Thursday, likely for the final time.

The final dance of the Croatian legend has ended, and the international football world rises to applaud. In a clash against Portugal, marked by emotion and the pain of elimination, we witnessed what

Luka Modrić, the AC Milan midfielder and captain of the Croatian national team, has commented on the possibility of retiring from football after the 2026 World Cup.

Croatia's captain against Portugal faces another big challenge at 40, relying on meticulous preparation, over two decades at the top level, and outstanding physical fitness.

Luka Modrić is set to begin a new chapter in his legendary career. After thirteen trophy-laden years at Real Madrid, the Croatian midfielder has officially joined AC Milan.

Cristiano Ronaldo shared an emotional message for Luka Modrić following Croatia’s World Cup exit, praising the veteran midfielder and recognizing his remarkable international career.

At 40 years old, Modrić delivered the assist that decided this Group L decider. His perfectly weighted corner found Vlašić unmarked in the 83rd minute, restoring Croatia's lead just ten minutes after Ghana had drawn level.

Luka Modrić will leave Real Madrid after the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, bringing an end to a legendary spell of more than a decade at the Santiago Bernabéu.