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AC Milan are slated to face Manchester United in a final pre-season clash in Poland, with MilanNews predicting a 3-4-2-1 XI that hopes Yunus Musah starts in midfield over Luka Modric, a backline featuring Torriani, Terracciano, De Winter and Pavlovic, wing duties for Chukwueze and Estupinan, and a front three of Loftus-Cheek, Cisse and Ramos; Maignan and Gabbia are absent, leaving captaincy unsettled.
World Cup Round of 32 Day 22 saw Portugal edge Croatia as Ronaldo finally scored in knockout play from a 66th-minute penalty, with Gonçalo Ramos adding a late goal to seal the win and send Portugal into a Round of 16 meeting with Spain in Arlington on July 6; Modrić’s Croatia appearance may be his last World Cup. In other games, Spain beat Austria with Yamal and Oyarzabal starring, while Switzerland beat Algeria to reach knockouts for the first time since 1938 and Unai Simón extended his minutes-without-conceding record.
Portugal and Croatia meet in the World Cup Round of 32 at BMO Field in Toronto, a high-stakes knockout clash that could mark Cristiano Ronaldo’s final World Cup appearance and pits a veteran Croatia side led by Luka Modrić against a Portugal squad determined to advance.
Croatia beat Panama 1-0 in Toronto thanks to Ante Budimir's 54th-minute goal, with Luka Modrić earning his 200th international cap; the win lifts Croatia to 3 points and third in Group L, while Panama are eliminated after back-to-back 1-0 defeats.
Real Madrid secured a 3-0 victory over Girona in the 2024 La Liga match, with standout performances from Jude Bellingham and Luka Modric. Bellingham scored his fifth consecutive La Liga goal and provided an assist, while Modric controlled the game with an assist and several key passes. Thibaut Courtois kept a clean sheet with four saves, and Kylian Mbappe added a goal. Arda Guler also impressed with a goal and strong off-ball work.
Real Madrid secured a 3-0 victory over Girona, with standout performances from Jude Bellingham and Luka Modric. Bellingham, who scored and assisted, continues to be a key player for the team, though concerns about over-reliance on him are growing. Despite a poor first half, Real Madrid improved in the second, but must enhance their performance against Atalanta. Modric, despite his age, delivered an impressive display, contributing significantly to the win.
Luka Modrić downplays Real Madrid's favoritism ahead of the Champions League final against Borussia Dortmund, emphasizing the need for focus and teamwork. He acknowledges Dortmund's strong season and the challenge they pose, while expressing confidence and ambition within the team. Modrić also reflects on the significance of potentially winning his sixth European Cup and the special feeling of returning to London for the final.
Real Madrid secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Sevilla in the 2024 La Liga, with player ratings reflecting a solid team performance. Despite a disallowed goal, Lucas Vazquez impressed, while Luka Modric made a significant impact off the bench, scoring a stunning goal to secure the win.
Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti praised Luka Modrić for his match-winning goal against Sevilla, expressing difficulty in leaving such a player on the bench. Ancelotti also discussed Modrić's future, managing minutes for veterans, and the impact of refereeing decisions on the game.
Real Madrid secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Sevilla, with Luka Modrić scoring the winning goal. The return of Antonio Rüdiger bolstered Real Madrid's defense, while questions arose about the team's predictability and the timing of substitutions by coach Carlo Ancelotti. The match also saw a mixed reception for former Real Madrid captain Sergio Ramos, who played for Sevilla, and controversy surrounding Real Madrid TV's influence on refereeing decisions.
RB Leipzig's Eljif Elmas expresses confidence ahead of Champions League clash with Real Madrid, highlighting the team's pressing style and the challenge of facing Madrid's intelligent and confident players. He believes Leipzig can upset the favorites and praises Jude Bellingham's mature playing style. Elmas also reveals his admiration for Luka Modric and other Real Madrid players, including Vinicius and Rodrygo.
Real Madrid secured a 2-0 win over Getafe with Joselu scoring both goals, while Luka Modrić made a return to the starting lineup. Getafe's fortress was breached for the first time by more than a single goal this season, and Real Madrid's French midfielder Tchouameni received a yellow card, ruling him out of the upcoming Madrid derby. Questions arise about Joselu's impact, Antonio Rüdiger's injury, and a controversial penalty decision involving Brahim Díaz.
Real Madrid secured a 4-1 victory over Villarreal, with goals from Jude Bellingham, Rodrygo Goes, Brahim Díaz, and Luka Modrić. Modrić became the oldest player in Europe's top five leagues this season to both score and assist in the same game at 38 years and 99 days. Bellingham continued his impressive goal-scoring form, maintaining an xG per goal ratio of 0.62. Andriy Lunin made his fifth consecutive start in La Liga, while Brahim Díaz registered a match-high four fouls committed. The win highlighted Real Madrid's current form and potential for success this season.
Luka Modric has rejected a lucrative offer from Al-Hilal in Saudi Arabia to stay at Real Madrid, where he has signed a one-year contract extension until 2024. The Croatian midfielder, who won the Ballon d’Or in 2018, has won five Champions League titles with the Spanish giants and remains loyal to the club. Modric's decision raises questions about the playing time of younger midfielders at Real Madrid.
Real Madrid's Luka Modric believes the club's Champions League record could give them the edge in their semifinal second leg against Manchester City. The teams drew 1-1 in the first leg, and Madrid have already eliminated Liverpool and Chelsea in this season's knockout stage. Modric would have the chance to feature in his sixth final if Madrid overcome City. Madrid are the most successful club in the tournament's history with 14 European Cups, while City are still looking for their first Champions League trophy.