The Independent
·25 de junho de 2024
Emotional Luka Modric moved by plea from Italian journalist to ‘never retire’
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The Independent
·25 de junho de 2024
Luka Modric appeared emotional as a journalist paid tribute to him after Croatia’s heartbreaking 1-1 draw against Italy at Euro 2024 on Monday night (24 June).
The Real Madrid star had fired his nation into the lead seconds after missing a penalty and Croatia looked on course to qualify for the knockouts behind Group B winners Spain.
But a 98th minute equaliser from Mattia Zaccagni sent the Italians through instead, meaning Modric’s incredible international career is all but over.
“From an Italian journalist, I wanted to thank you for everything you’ve shown, not only tonight, but throughout your career,” a reporter told him at full-time.
“I’d like to ask you to never retire from your playing career, because you’re one of the finest,” he added, drawing an emotional response from Modric.
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