Luka Modric tears into 'catastrophic' Croatia performance after record England humiliation
Luka Modric has expressed deep shame following Croatia's historic 7-0 defeat against England in the Nations League. The veteran midfielder criticized the team's lack of aggression and unity, labeling the performance as a damaging blow to the nation's footballing reputation.
Why it matters
This record-breaking loss marks a significant low point for a historically successful football nation, prompting questions about the future of the current squad.
Luka Modric has launched a scathing assessment of Croatia's performance following their record-breaking defeat at the hands of England. The veteran midfielder did not hold back after returning to the starting line-up, admitting that the nature of the loss has left him feeling a profound sense of embarrassment for the first time in his international career.
Croatia endured the most agonizing night in its footballing history on Saturday, succumbing to a devastating 7-0 defeat against a relentless England side in Rijeka. A clinical England attack tore through the Croatian defense, with Harry Kane and Bukayo Saka each scoring twice, alongside goals from Anthony Gordon, Jude Bellingham, and Morgan Rogers to complete the unprecedented rout.
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