LUKA MODRIC NEWS

Cristiano Ronaldo, Luka Modrić showing age is no boundary at Euro 2024

About to play in a record-extending sixth Euro Cup, 39-year-old Cristiano Ronaldo's longevity at soccer's highest levels defies belief.

JUNE 9

Portugal falls to Croatia 2-1 with Cristiano Ronaldo sidelined; Spain routs Northern Ireland 5-0

Luka Modric scored a penalty to help Croatia beat Portugal 2-1 while Spain thumped Northern Ireland in the run-up to the European Championsh...

JUNE 8

Modric converts penalty as Croatia beats Portugal 2-1 in Euro warmup while Ronaldo rests Luka Modric has scored a penalty to help Croatia beat Portugal 2-1 in a friendly as they prepare for the European Championship

JUNE 8 • SANDIEGOUNIONTRIBUNE.COM

Luka Modric and Toni Kroos stay! Real Madrid agree contract extension with veteran midfielder and offer new deal to fellow star | Goal.com US Luka Modric and Toni Kroos have agreed to stay at Real Madrid, ending speculation over their futures at the club.

MAY 18 • GOAL.COM

Real Madrid to make massive U-turn? Club considering changing plans for Toni Kroos and Luka Modric after Carlo Ancelotti demand | Goal.com US Real Madrid are now considering offering veteran duo Toni Kroos and Luka Modric new deals this summer, according to reports.

MAY 17 • GOAL.COM

On scoresheet Modric assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), one cross (one accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 4-0 win against Granada.

Impact Modric got a chance to play 70 minutes Saturday, assisting for his sixth time in La Liga. He's started four times in the last six matches in all competitions, totaling two assists with 12 crosses (two accurate) and eight chances created in that span.

MAY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Assists against Cadiz Modric assisted once to go with two shots (one on goal), five crosses (zero accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 3-0 victory against Cadiz.

Impact Modric recorded his first assist since Jan 3, starting just eight times in the last 18 matches. He's recorded two games in five assists while also generating 85 crosses (18 accurate), 51 chances created and 65 corners in 29 appearances, 16 of them coming as starts in league play.

MAY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Luka Modric Teases Surprise Premier League Return Luka Modric leaves the door open to a return to the Premier League when he leaves Real Madrid.

APRIL 22 • SI.COM

Sees start against Mallorca Modric registered two shots (zero on goal), five crosses (zero accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 1-0 win versus Mallorca.

Impact Modric got his first start since Mar 10 while recording five crosses during Saturday's win. He's adjusting to his new role on the team quite well, totaling just three starts in the last nine games, logging in 36 crosses (nine accurate) and 17 chances created in that span.

APRIL 15 • ROTOWIRE

Sees start against Mallorca Modric registered two shots (zero on goal), five crosses (zero accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 1-0 win versus Mallorca.

Impact Modric got his first start since Mar 10 while recording five crosses during Saturday's win. He's adjusting to his new role on the team quite well, totaling just three starts in the last nine games, logging in 36 crosses (nine accurate) and 17 chances created in that span.

APRIL 15 • ROTOWIRE

Real Madrid's Luka Modric and Toni Kroos Named As Ideal Signings for Chelsea Modric is a player that has been firmly on Chelsea’s radar for almost two decades.

MARCH 20 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Chelsea told why they must sign Luka Modric or Toni Kroos this summer with Real Madrid stars' contracts set to expire | Goal.com US Chelsea legend Joe Cole suggests his former club pursue Real Madrid midfielders Luka Modric and Toni Kroos to add experience to young Blues...

MARCH 19 • GOAL.COM

Delivers fourteen crosses Modric sent in 14 crosses (six accurate) and took 10 corners in Sunday's 4-0 win against Celta Vigo.

Impact Modric was back in the starting XI, having had to settle for a place on the bench in each of the previous three games. The veteran had perhaps his best match of the season, creating eight chances. Despite being used sparingly, the midfielder has two goals and four assists for the campaign.

MARCH 11 • ROTOWIRE

Scores game winner Modric scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 1-0 victory over Sevilla.

Impact Modric came off the bench and was the game-changer Sunday, scoring the lone goal in the match late for the win. It was only his second goal on the season, which will go along his four assists. He's only started twice in the last five games, totaling 15 crosses (three accurate), six chances created and three interceptions.

FEBRUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Real Madrid's tale of two legends: Luka Modric the hero as Sergio Ramos returns On Sunday night, Ramos and Modric swapped shirts at the end of Madrid’s 1-0 La Liga win at home to Sevilla

FEBRUARY 26 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Luka Modric comes off the bench to give Spanish leader Real Madrid 1-0 win over Sevilla

Luka Modric came off the bench and lifted Real Madrid to a 1-0 win over Sevilla by scoring from long range to keep his team firmly in control of the Spanish league title race

FEBRUARY 25 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Ancelotti offers Modric chance to join Real Madrid coaching staff Carlo Ancelotti has offered Luka Modric the opportunity to join his coaching staff at Real Madrid, should he decide to retire at the end of...

FEBRUARY 20 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Gets start on bench Modric generated one cross (zero accurate) in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Atletico Madrid.

Impact Modric returned to the bench after having started his previous seven matches in a row. He still manages to produce when on the pitch despite a different role this season, averaging about 2.5 crosses per game while also totaling 22 (eight accurate) in the last six contests.

FEBRUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in home win Modric assisted once to go with four crosses (two accurate) and three corners in Wednesday's 1-0 victory against Mallorca.

Impact Modric assisted Antonio Rudiger's game-winner in the 78th minute with his fourth assist in the campaign. The midfielder also led Real Madrid with a season-high seven chances created. He logged his sixth start in a row when available, after starting the season playing mostly off bench.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Logs goal and assist Modric scored one goal and assisted once from two shots and five chances created in Sunday's 4-1 win over Villarreal.

Impact Modric logged the assist to Real Madrid's first goal (scored by Jude Bellingham) before scoring one himself. He logged one goal and three assists across his last six appearances. Health has been a relative issue for the 38-year-old, but he can still contribute to goals at an excellent rate whenever needed.

DECEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to lineup Modric generated three shots (one on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Betis.

Impact Modric was back in the lineup after missing the last two matches with a hamstring injury. He's started three of the last five matches played, logging in 14 crosses (two accurate), five tackles and seven chances created in that span.

DECEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Betis Modric (hamstring) is in the starting lineup to face Real Betis on Saturday.

Impact Modric returned to training earlier this week and was expected to return for this clash, so his presence in the starting lineup is not surprising, especially given Carlo Ancelotti's decision to play Rodrygo all alone upfront. As such, Modric will slot in central midfield, alongside Toni Kroos and Federico Valverde, in a 4-3-2-1 setting.

DECEMBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE