How Modric and Croatia continue to defy the odds
Luka Modric, the veteran Croatian football captain, continues to perform at the highest level as he prepares for the 2026 tournament. His career, marked by resilience and success, is framed as an underdog story rooted in his childhood experiences during the Croatian War of Independence.
Why it matters
Modric is a global sports icon whose career trajectory serves as a symbol of national resilience for Croatia.
Image source, Getty Images Image caption, Luka Modric made his Croatia debut in 2006 and has won 198 caps
The article is a standard sports profile focusing on a player's career and personal history.
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