Luka Modric remains available for Croatia, federation confirms | OneFootball

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·5 September 2026

Luka Modric remains available for Croatia, federation confirms

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Luka Modric remains available for Croatia, the Croatian Football Federation announced on Saturday, clarifying the 41-year-old’s international future.

Modric has represented the national team since 2006, earning more than 200 caps, and helped lead Croatia to the 2018 World Cup final.


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Head coach Slaven Bilic has returned for a second spell after the World Cup round of 16 defeat to Portugal, 1-2. He said he was extremely happy with Modric’s decision and highlighted his impact on and off the pitch.

The midfielder spent most of his club career at Real Madrid and joined AC Milan last year.

Croatia will visit the Czech Republic, host England, and face Spain twice in the Nations League between 26 September and six October, offering the captain more chances to lend his experience.

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