Modric criticizes Croatia after 7-0 loss to England in Rijeka
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 3, 2026, 11:21 PM
Last updated Oct 3, 2026
Luka Modric expressed deep disappointment following Croatia's 7-0 defeat to England on October 3 in Rijeka. The captain stated the team's performance was significantly lacking, suggesting they could have lost even to a third division team. England dominated the match by scoring four goals in the first half, with contributions from Harry Kane, Bukayo Saka, Jude Bellingham, Anthony Gordon, and Morgan Rogers. Croatia will need to regroup quickly as they face Spain next.
- •Croatia lost 7-0 to England in Rijeka on October 3.
- •Luka Modric criticized the team's performance post-match.
- •England scored four goals in the first half.
- •Next up for Croatia is a match against Spain.
- 11:21 PMYahoo Sports — 😵💫 Modric erupted after the hammering, a third-tier side beat us
"The historic thrashing suffered against England left Luka Modric completely disappointed. Croatia’s captain did not hold back after the 7-0 in Rijeka and delivered a very harsh self-criticism of his...
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