Ruben Amorim defends Luka Modric after difficult start at Milan

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·16 September 2026

Ruben Amorim has defended Luka Modric after recent criticism of his difficult start to the season at Milan.

According to L'Équipe, the Portuguese coach addressed the scrutiny around his player.

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On Saturday he substituted Modric after the interval in the league against Lazio, with his side trailing 2-0 at the time.

The match finished 2-2.

The midfielder looked unrecognisable in that match.

Source: L'Équipe

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