Croatia Captain Luka Modric Calls 7-0 Defeat by England a 'Catastrophic Night'
Croatia lost 7-0 to England in a Nations League match in Rijeka on Saturday.
In Brief
- •Croatia lost 7-0 to England in a Nations League match in Rijeka on Saturday.
- •Captain Luka Modric expressed shame and described the performance as catastrophic.
- •The loss followed a 2-1 win over the Czech Republic and a 4-1 defeat to Spain.
- •Modric made his 205th international appearance and had recently extended his career under manager Slaven Bilic.
- •Croatia will host Spain in Split on Tuesday and finish the campaign with matches against England and the Czech Republic.
Why It Matters
The 7-0 defeat marks a significant setback for Croatia’s Nations League campaign, jeopardising their chances of securing a top‑tier spot and affecting team morale. Modric’s public admission of shame underscores the pressure on the squad to regroup quickly ahead of the upcoming match against Spain and the remaining fixtures that will determine their final standing.
Key Details
- Result
- 7-0 defeat to England
- Match Date
- 2026-10-05
- Modric Caps
- 205th appearance
- Manager
- Slaven Bilic (second spell)
- Upcoming Match
- Croatia vs Spain in Split on Tuesday
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