In 2018, Modri became the first Croatian player to win the UEFA Men's Player of the Year Award, and by winning The Best FIFA Men's Player and Ballon d'Or awards, he became the first player other than Lionel Messi or Cristiano Ronaldo to claim the awards in more than a decade. Modric was brought back to Dinamo and four seasons, three consecutive Croatian championships and 31 goals and 29 assists later, he was being linked with Barcelona, Arsenal and Chelsea. [193] On 13 and 19 January 2019, Modri for the first time scored in two consecutive league games for Real Madrid, in a 12 away win against Real Betis and 20 home win against Sevilla. [226] On 6 and 12 April, Modri assisted in both legs of Champions League quarter-finals 54 aggregate victory against Chelsea. Kapetan dostigao Srnu, u subotu rui rekord", "Luka Modric's emotional reaction after being given standing ovation for breaking Croatia record", "Izbornik Dali objavio popis kandidata za EURO 2020! [186], After receiving the FIFA Men's Player of the Year Award, Modri stated it "shows that we all can become the best with hard work, dedication, and belief, all dreams can come true". [415][418] The Croatian Football Federation stood behind Modri,[415] but a part of the Croatian public, frustrated with the corruption in Croatian football, perceived the alleged perjury as a defence of Mami and became critical of Modri. Injured: 0, Squad: 2, [338], On 25 March 2023, in a UEFA Euro 2024 qualifying match against Wales, Modri became the oldest ever player to play a game for Croatiaaged 37years, 6months and 16dayssurpassing Draen Ladi's record set in 1999.[339]. From a corner kick, he assisted Sergio Ramos to score the winning goal in the 82nd minute, giving Real a victory in El Clsico. He played his first UEFA Champions League match for Real Madrid in the group stage against Manchester City on 18 September, which Madrid won 32. Sep 9, 1985 (37), Squad: 9, [198][199][200] Despite having had an underwhelming season,[201] for the fifth consecutive time he was included in the FIFA FIFPro World XI. The 100 best players of the 21st Century, The 10 Most Important Croatian Soccer Players of All Time, Luka Modric is the best Croatian player in history, Modric From 'Different Planet', Says Rakitic, The Real Madrid legend talks to Modri every day: He is the best in the history of the Balkans", Didulica hails Luka Modric as Croatia's greatest player: "He's like your little kid brother". [218][219], On 24 October 2021 of 202122 season, Modri played his 400th game for Real Madrid in a 21 Clsico victory. XP level is your overall SportsAdda level which [69] On 28 November, in a home match against Liverpool, Modri scored a goal that was later credited as an own goal by Martin krtel. Of the 1 shots, 0 shots were on target and the other 1 shots were off target. [154] On 12 March 2017, in a 21 win over Real Betis, Modri played his 200th match for Real Madrid. For more information on the expected goals model and which competitions have advanced data, see our xG explainer. A former attacking midfielder, Modri is considered a veteran of the "pre-assist" or build-up play, often creating space and time for his teammates to shoot or deliver goal-bound passes to other players. He scores a goal for every 4.00 shots he takes and takes 0.95 shots per 90 minutes on the pitch. [152] On 18 December, he won the 2016 FIFA Club World Cup with Real Madrid, receiving the Silver Ball for his performances during the tournament. Use without license or authorization is expressly prohibited. 2020/2021, 2015/2016, 2014/2015, 2012/2013, 2021/2022, 2019/2020, 2017/2018, 2012/2013, 2021/2022, 2017/2018, 2016/2017, 2015/2016, 2013/2014, 2022/2023, 2017/2018, 2016/2017, 2014/2015, GNK Dinamo Zagreb -> Tottenham Hotspur FC, FootyStats is your best resource for stats such as Goals, Over 2.5/Under 2.5, HT/FT, Dynamic In-Play Stats, and much more. 121 min' / goal. With Madrid behind by a goal, Modri equalised with a long-range shot from 25yd (23m) out and played a key role in the rest of the match, which Real Madrid won 21, advancing them to the quarter-finals 32 on aggregate. [167] In the same month was for the second time included in the UEFA Team of the Year (2017). [380][381][382] In his youth, he had also been compared to Johan Cruyff,[48][249] while his main influences were compatriot Zvonimir Boban and Italian playmaker Francesco Totti. Since, he's played as a deep-lying playmaker, a 10, and a lone defensive midfielder. Injured: 1, Squad: 1, Modric, 37 years, Real Madrid Ranks 23 in the La Liga Market value 10.00M M Check his profile, stats and in depth player analysis. In the first leg on 24 April, he played in the attacking midfield position where he did not influence the match and the team lost 41. [151] Due to injury of a left knee sustained in mid-September, he missed eight matches, returning early November. Inside the dressing room, Newcastle United players debated who else could have so sublimely laid on Isak for his first goal on Sunday. [408][409] Particular emphasis in autobiography was placed on Modri's childhood, growing up in war conditions and development of a football career, with fundamental topics being football, family and friends. Croatia were placed in Group D alongside Argentina, Iceland and Nigeria. SportsAdda Coin (SAC) is SportsAddas virtual [287][288][289] ai was soon replaced by Zlatko Dali ahead of Croatia's final qualifier against Ukraine away,[290] which Croatia won 20 and won a place in the play-offs. [63] The following day, it was confirmed Modri had sustained a fracture to his right fibula and was expected to be out for six weeks. Chris Waugh is a staff writer for The Athletic, covering North East football and most particularly Newcastle United. Luka Modri is a Midfielder who has appeared in 28 matches this season in La Liga, playing a total of 1514 minutes. Shots on target 71. We thought that he was very influential. [260][261] Because Croatia did not advance from the group stage, Modri was not included in the Team of the Tournament, although The Daily Telegraph included him in the best 11 until the semi-finals,[262] and his play was well received by critics. 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Overall, Modric's xA (Expected Assists) output is 0.33 per 90 minutes. [315][316], During the Euro 2020 qualifying rounds, Modri scored two goals; a penalty in the away 11 draw with Azerbaijan and a solo-effort in the home 30 victory over Hungary as Croatia topped the group and qualified for the tournament. [356] Although a central midfielder, Modri is also a hard-working player who has been seen to adopt a defensive midfield role in addition to playmaking, tracking back to win the ball from the opposition and prepare for a counter-attack, making him one of the most versatile players in the world, capable of playing in several midfield positions. The 15 best central midfielders in the world, Ranked! [13] In 1992, he simultaneously entered the primary school and a sporting academy, the latter paid for with the little money the family had, sometimes helped by Modri's uncle. Injured: 0, Squad: 29, [363][364], Upon Modri's arrival to Real Madrid, his midfield position was described as numbers six (defensive), eight (central) or ten (attacking), depending on the tactics,[365] and his role was described as the second deep-lying pivot alongside Xabi Alonso in the 201213 season, a classic deep-lying playmaker whose creativity was needed to dictate his team's play and unlock the opposing defence. [250][251] It was also the fastest penalty ever awarded and scored in the European Championships history. [413] Facing the judge, he said, "I came here to state my defence and tell the truth, like every time so far. [58] Using Modri in his former position from his Dinamo days made him more effective with performances against Stoke City,[59] Hull City,[60] and most notably on 21 March when he scored the only goal in a win against Chelsea. 2018. He could get into any team in the top four". [385] From those who managed him, Jos Mourinho said he wanted Modri in Real Madrid because of his influence on the game, tactical level and because he has "that artistic sense". On 30 April, in the second leg 20 victory, Modri played as the deep-lying playmaker, making passes to the attackers and creating several chances; he was among the best-rated players that night. Suspended: 0, [38] The following year, he was loaned to Croatian side Inter Zaprei. [240][241] In February 2023, Modri was included for the sixth time in the FIFA FIFPro World XI. [407], In late 2019, Modri released his autobiography Moja igra (My Game), co-written by prominent Croatian-Italian sports journalist Robert Matteoni. Meanwhile, Messis former teammate and current Gremiofrontman, Luis Suarez is third on the list of most assists in football. Friends and former Arsenal team-mates contacted Willock afterwards to praise him. On the bench: 0, Luka Modric has assisted 3 goals in 28 matches so far in the La Liga 2022/2023 season. Then-Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson said he would have chosen Modri as his Player of the Year for that season. [323] Despite Croatia's poor showings in their first two group stage games, Modri was named the Man of the Match in the second one, a 11 draw with the Czech Republic on 18 June. Every Spurs defender is at least as high as the centre circle and they are completely disjointed, while Isak and Jacob Murphy have a vast amount of space ahead. [253] In the quarter-final against Turkey, Modri took advantage of a mistake by veteran Turkish goalkeeper Rt Reber, and crossed to teammate Ivan Klasni for the first goal of the match with one minute of extra time remaining, but Semih entrk almost immediately equalised for Turkey. [314], Modri took part in all four matches in the inaugural edition of the UEFA Nations League as Croatia finished at the bottom of Group A4 following historical 60 away defeat to Spain in September and a 21 defeat to England at the Wembley Stadium in November. [404], Modri generally maintains a low profile outside of football. [128], In late November, Modri sustained a thigh injury during an international match against Italy, because of which he did not play for three months. 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[223] On 16 January 2022, he scored the first goal in the 2022 Supercopa de Espaa Final and was named Man of the Match, as Real Madrid defeated Athletic Bilbao 20. 12 Luka Modric", "Mbapp, CR7, Kane e guarda icom' cambiato il fisico delle star dell'Europeo", "Real Madrid: Who will take Real Madrid's freekicks now? [22][23][24], However, his childhood coincided with the Croatian War of Independencein 1991, when the war escalated, his family were forced to flee the area. [298][299] After also featuring in the final group stage match, against Iceland, his performances in the first round of the tournament saw him ranked by FourFourTwo, The Daily Telegraph and ESPN as the best player of the group stage. [183] Furthermore, winning the trophy triggered a clause in his contract, ensuring his stay at the club until 2021. All logos are the trademark & property of their owners and not Sports Reference LLC. [295][296] He also scored in Croatia's subsequent 30 win over Argentina with a long-range shot from 25 yards (23 metres),[297] also being named Man of the Match. News: 2 days ago Morant posted 10 points (3-16 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 2-4 FT), five rebounds, six assists and three steals across 34 minutes during Friday's 125-85 loss to the Lakers in Game 6 of the . [166] His first goal of the season came in a 71 win over Deportivo de La Corua on 21 January 2018. [14][15][16][17] Modri mostly spent his early years in the stone house of his paternal grandfather after whom he was named,[9][18] located on the road above the hamlet of Modrii,[19][20][21] and was shepherding goats as a five-year-old. Find out more. [131][132][133] With his injury, Real Madrid's 22-match winning run in the season came to an end. [72] Modri helped Tottenham reach their first involvement in the UEFA Champions League. Its inch-perfect, former Arsenal striker Alan Smith said on commentary. [274] In so doing, he became the first Croatian to score at the finals of two separate European Championships, having previously scored against Austria in 2008. Cloudflare Ray ID: 7c0eac295b30a4de Do you have a sports website? [275] He was named Man of the Match. Following group stage eliminations in his first two World Cups, Modri led Croatia to the 2018 World Cup Final, winning the Golden Ball in process.

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