L. Modričius: 'For the first time after the Croatia match, I feel shame'

2026-10-04 17:30 © PA Images

After the hopeless 0:7 loss to England, Croatia's captain Luka Modrić spoke out.

The 41-year-old veteran said to the press: "It’s difficult to find explanations for such a performance, where there was no fouling, aggression, or teamwork..

I have been here for 20 years, but for the first time, I feel shame after a match. You can lose or play against an opponent who is better, and they are at this moment.

However, losing like this and tarnishing the reputation we have built over the years is unacceptable.”