Millimetre-precise pass with the outside of the foot in the Champions League quarter-finals
It succeeded, and in a way that’s the exact opposite of crowbar football. Rodrygo converted a cross that Modrić served with millimeter precision with the outside of his foot. Karim Benzema then scored in extra time, Real was through.
Everyone should know by now that Luka Modrić is an exceptional footballer with outstanding technical skills who can hit such passes with both feet. His strategic skills are also well known. His passion and love of running, even when the opponent has the ball, make him so valuable.
Tax evasion and proximity to far-right singer
Away from the field, Modrić certainly offers a target for attack. Years ago he was convicted of tax evasion in Spain, and in his native Croatia the public prosecutor’s office accused him of making false statements. However, the lawsuit was dismissed under dubious circumstances.
Modrić caused a stir as part of the Croatian national team, which celebrated second place at the 2018 World Cup alongside a far-right singer. It should have been possible, especially at Modrić’s request, for Marko Perković, alias Thompson, to appear at the party. Perković’s appearances in other countries have already been banned because of the right-wing extremist content.
Sporty, even at the age of 36, still great
In terms of sport, on the other hand, hymns of praise for Luka Modrić are a must. Up-to-date, because he is still showing all his qualities consistently and at the highest level even at the age of 36 (will be 37 in September).
Real Madrid’s midfield is already legendary
Modrić has played just under 3,000 minutes in 38 appearances in competitive games this season. That’s another 100 more than Toni Kroos.
The German world champion is more than four years younger. The youngest player in Real’s already legendary midfield is Casemiro at 30. He’s played more than 3,500 minutes this season.
Casemiro has also won the Champions League four times with the Madrilenians, Kroos only three times, but also once with Bayern Munich.
Contract question open
Luka Modrić’s contract is only valid until the summer. Supposedly the signature is to be put under a new one soon. But allegedly it was also said in autumn 2021 that the record Croatian international would switch to Manchester City because coach Pep Guardiola wanted him.
Nothing binding has been heard from the player or the club so far. The fact that Real wants to do without Modrić is almost absurd.
The 2018 vice world champion is too formative in the control center of the “Royal”, which is currently in the Champions League always manage to overcome difficult situations.
That awareness could be a plus for Carlo Ancelotti’s side compared to Manchester City, who are desperate to win the Champions League, while Pep Guardiola has already won three domestic league titles.