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When it comes to the World Cup, Croatia remains one of the names that commands special respect in international football. Despite the passage of time, the Balkan national team continues to be considered one of the most competitive teams on the world stage, while at its helm is still the captain and symbol of the team, Luka Modric.
The 2026 World Cup is expected to have a special meaning for the Croatian midfielder. At 40, Modric is nearing the end of an extraordinary career and many see this tournament as his last appearance in a major competition for Croatia.
In the group stage of the 2026 World Cup, Croatia will face England, Panama and Ghana. The objective remains clear: to continue the tradition of great results that have accompanied the team in recent years. The Croats reached the final of the 2018 World Cup in Russia and were also ranked among the top four at “Qatar 2022”, confirming their status among the elite of world football.
Statistics prove Croatia's weight in this competition. In the history of World Cups, the national team has played 30 matches, recording 13 wins, 8 draws and 9 losses. For Modric, the 2026 World Cup will be the fifth in his career, while so far he has played 18 matches in this tournament, more than half of Croatia's matches in its world history.
After more than two decades in professional football, Modric remains a model of dedication and professionalism. After 13 successful seasons with Real Madrid, he joined Milan, where he took on a prominent role in the team. However, the end of the season was affected by a facial injury, which forced him to undergo surgery.
The Croatian's future remains unclear. Although he has received offers to continue his career, he has not confirmed whether he will continue playing at the highest levels of football. For this reason, the 2026 World Cup is widely seen as the ideal moment to end a career that has left its mark on the history of the sport.
Meanwhile, the possibility of Modric returning to Real Madrid in a leadership or representative role within the club is not ruled out. His relationship with the Spanish giants remains strong and Madrid continues to be considered the Croatian footballer's second home.
Regardless of what decision he makes after the World Cup, one thing seems certain: Luka Modric is approaching the final chapter of an extraordinary career. His legacy as one of the greatest midfielders of the modern era will remain part of world football history.
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