The Real Madrid midfield maestro and the 2018 Ballon d’Or winner, Luka Modric became Croatia’s most capped player ever after making his 135th appearance. overtaking Darijo Srna in appearances for Croatia,
Luka Modric made history in Croatia’s narrow 1-0 win over Cyprus in Group H of European qualifying for the 2022 World Cup.
To celebrate the achievement, the Croatian football federation created a tribute video in which various Croatian footballing legends praised the midfielder.
Modric was overcome by emotion as he struggled to fight back the tears. He was also presented with a cake with the number ‘135‘.
See footage below:
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What an honor, well deserved captain! #budiponosan
Most caps for Croatia
- Modric (2006-present): 135
- Srna (2002-2016): 134
- Pletikosa (1999-2014): 114
- Rakitic (2007-2019): 106
- Simunic (2001-2013): 105
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