Luka Modrić has expressed his deep disappointment after Croatia suffered a heavy defeat to England, admitting that he felt ashamed for the first time after a match.
The Croatia captain did not hide his frustration with the performance, insisting that the manner of the defeat was unacceptable and damaging to the reputation the national team has built over the years.
For the first time, I feel ashamed after a match,
Modrić said.
Losing like this and ruining the reputation we’ve built over the years is unacceptable.
The experienced midfielder, who has spent much of his career leading Croatia on the biggest international stages, was particularly unhappy with how his side performed against England. Croatia have established themselves as a respected force in international football, reaching the 2018 World Cup final and finishing third at the 2022 tournament.
Modrić’s comments underline the high standards he continues to demand from himself and his teammates, even at this stage of his illustrious career.
Meanwhile, the Croatian legend has also revealed his desire to return to Real Madrid one day after his playing career comes to an end. Modrić remains deeply connected to the Spanish giants, having spent more than a decade at the club and established himself as one of the greatest midfielders in their history.
His future beyond playing remains a subject of interest, and a return to Madrid in another capacity could allow him to continue his relationship with the club.
For now, however, Modrić’s focus remains on Croatia and ensuring that the team responds strongly after what he described as an unacceptable performance.
