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World Cup 2022 highlights: Belgium bounced after draw with Croatia

The 2022 FIFA World Cup continued with Croatia and Belgium ending in a scoreless draw Thursday. Here are the top plays!

DECEMBER 1, 2022

World Cup Now: Does Belgium stand a chance vs. Croatia?

Croatia dominated Canada on Sunday. Will it manage the same against Belgium on Thursday? The "World Cup Now" crew previews the matchup.

NOVEMBER 27, 2022

World Cup Viewer's Guide: Germany seeks World Cup rebound

Germany is trying to avoid elimination from the group stage for a second consecutive World Cup when it faces Spain on Sunday

NOVEMBER 26, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

De Bruyne, Belgium need 2nd chance to impress at World Cup

Kevin De Bruyne’s reaction to winning man of the match in Belgium’s first game at the World Cup showed he's aware he didn't play well

NOVEMBER 26, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Luka Modric discusses his future after the World Cup Luka Modric has to decide what he’ll do once the World Cup is over.

NOVEMBER 24, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

World Cup 2022 odds: How to bet Morocco-Croatia

Here's how to bet the Morocco-Croatia match, from the moneyline, draw, Over/Under total odds and an expert pick from Doug McIntyre.

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

World Cup Now: 3 takeaways from Croatia's scoreless draw with Morocco

Croatia and Morocco played in the latest scoreless draw of the 2022 FIFA World Cup. Here are three takeaways from the match.

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

Luka Modric sets stunning international record during Croatia vs Morocco Luka Modric set a new international feat during Croatia's World Cup clash with Morocco in Wednesday's early kick off.

NOVEMBER 23, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Morocco holds Modric and Croatia 0-0 at World Cup

Morocco held 2018 finalist Croatia to a 0-0 draw at the World Cup  in another strong performance by a team from an Arab country

NOVEMBER 23, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Nine crosses in draw Modric registered nine crosses (three accurate) and four corners in Wednesday's 0-0 tie to Morocco.

Impact Modric will be a fiend to any opposing team with his exceptional ability to log in multiple crosses a match. He will need help from Andrej Kramaric and Ivan Perisic to finish off plays and record goals for Croatia. The 37-year-old is expected to give Canada a hard time on Sunday, who have conceded seven goals in the last six international matches.

NOVEMBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Luka Modric set for a last World Cup run with Croatia

Luka Modric will get one more World Cup campaign to drive Croatia all the way to the title

NOVEMBER 22, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

World Cup 2022 Group F Team Guides: Croatia

Luka Modrić led Croatia to the World Cup in 2018. How far will they go this year?

NOVEMBER 20, 2022

Stu Holden's top 50 players at World Cup 2022

FOX Sports soccer analyst Stu Holden counts down his picks for the 50 best players at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.

NOVEMBER 19, 2022

Busy in win Modric had three shots (zero on target), four crosses (one accurate) and three corners in Thursday's 2-1 win against Cadiz.

Impact Modric was relieved by a fresh set of legs in Eduardo Camavinga during the 85th in this one. Prior to coming off, he led his side in crosses and corners on the evening. The next time we see Modric, he'll be leading the line in a Croatia kit at the World Cup in Qatar.

NOVEMBER 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Rayo Vallecano hands Real Madrid first Spanish league loss

Real Madrid has failed to regain the Spanish league lead after falling at Rayo Vallecano 3-2 in its first league loss

NOVEMBER 7, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Scores penalty in loss Modric scored one penalty goal and conceded a yellow card during Monday's 3-2 loss to Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Modric has scored in three of his last four appearances but has also conceded yellow cards in two of his last three starts. While it's a positive sign when Modric gets chances in front of goal, this isn't a reliable trend while Karim Benzema is unavailable and Toni Kroos is suspended. Going into the World Cup, Modric still should be the most important player for Croatia, so his presence certainly won't be diminished in Qatar unless the opponent succeeds in shutting him down.

NOVEMBER 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ronaldo, Messi and others likely playing at last World Cup

Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi are among a handful of players hoping for a final hurrah in what is likely to be their last World Cup appearance

NOVEMBER 3, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Scores from spot in win Modric scored a penalty goal during 66 minutes of Wednesday's 5-1 win over Celtic.

Impact Modric scored for the second time in three appearances following his penalty put away in the sixth minute. As the World Cup nears it's good to see Modric getting involved in the attack, as normally he's not afforded more than he can make happen for himself.

NOVEMBER 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Plays 90 versus Girona Modric managed two shots (zero on target), sent in three crosses (zero accurate) and added two corners delivered during Sunday's 1-1 draw with Girona.

Impact Modric was in the starting XI and played the full 90 in this one, so it appears he's largely recovered from a groin issue that held him out of UCL play earlier in the week. As the score and stat line suggest here, he just wasn't terribly involved or dangerous during a match where scoring was at a premium. That said, his usage and extended run are generally good signs for long-term fitness and output.

OCTOBER 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

In lineup against Girona Modric (groin) made the starting lineup for Sunday's match against Girona.

Impact Modric wasn't out for long despite a groin issue that kept him out in Tuesday's 3-2 loss to RB Leipzig. In 10 league appearances, Modric has scored twice and logged two assists while starting eight times.

OCTOBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Nearing return Modric (groin) participated in Friday's training session ahead of Sunday's match against Girona.

Impact Modric looks likely to return after missing Tuesday's loss to RB Leipzig, his club's first defeat of the season. Whether he starts or not isn't fully clear, though Modric, Toni Kroos and Aurelien Tchouameni would be a likely midfield trio among those available to play over the weekend.

OCTOBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Leipzig hands Real Madrid 1st loss of the season

Leipzig has boosted its chances of advancing to the knockout stage of the Champions League by handing titleholder Real Madrid its first loss of the season

OCTOBER 25, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS