Luka Modric urges calm for Real Madrid despite six-point gap to Barcelona

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Luka Modric urges calm for Real Madrid despite six-point gap to Barcelona
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Luka Modric, a former Real Madrid player, expressed confidence in the team's ability to recover from a difficult start to the season. In an interview, he dismissed concerns over the six-point gap to Barcelona, asserting that it is too early in the campaign to panic. Modric emphasized that with Jose Mourinho at the helm, Madrid has a strong squad capable of contending for the title. He acknowledged the team's current struggles, particularly with away performances and injuries, but believes there is ample time to address these issues before the season unfolds further.

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  • •Modric claims it's too early to write off Real Madrid's title chances.
  • •Real Madrid trails Barcelona by six points in La Liga.
  • •The season is just beginning, with many matches still to play.
  • •Mourinho faces challenges related to injuries and squad balance.
  • •Modric encourages a focus on improvement rather than panic.
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  • 7:00 AMYahoo Sports — Real Madrid legend Luka Modric sends message over six-point gap to Barcelona: ‘No need to worry’
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Luka Modric may no longer be a Real Madrid player, but he remains one of the most respected figures for Los Blancos.He has now dismissed concerns over the club’s difficult start to the season, insis...

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