The national team of Croatia completed their performance at the 2026 World Cup with a defeat of Portugal at the 1/16 final stage (1:2).

It was felt that for the 40-year player and the captain of the Cards, Luka Modric, this fight would be the last one in his international career.

However, as evidenced by the footballer who is still in search of the club, not yet having left his job, the new head coach of the Croatians Slaven Bilic learned from another interview.

“I had spoken with Luka for several months, and after that the topic was constantly discussed as to what would be the last world championship for the new.

I would like him to continue to experience the losses on the highest level, otherwise the decision will be lost behind him.

Let’s talk about this, as a coach from Gravec and as long-time friends, but now you know my thought,” said the Croatian Vikonite.

We can guess that Modric also considers the possibility of continuing his appearances for the Italian Milan.