Modric poised to sign new one-year Milan contract this week
The 2018 Ballon d’Or winner is expected to commit to another season at San Siro on Wednesday, with terms matching his current €3.5 million deal.
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Portugal beat Croatia in World Cup thriller to reach quarter-finals
Gonçalo Ramos headed an injury-time winner as Portugal defeated Croatia to advance to the World Cup quarter-finals. Cristiano Ronaldo converted a penalty in the dramatic Round of 16 tie.
Portugal 2-1 Croatia Analysis: Ronaldo’s First Knockout Goal and Ramos’s Late Header Set Up Spain
Portugal defeated Croatia 2-1 in Toronto on July 3 EAT to advance to the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 16, where they will face Spain. Gonçalo Ramos headed a stoppage-time winner after Cristiano Ronaldo converted a penalty for his first knockout goal of the tournament, cancelling out Ivan Perišić’s second-half opener. Croatia had a potential late equaliser ruled out for offside following a VAR review, ending the 2018 finalists’ campaign in the expanded 48-team tournament’s first knockout round.
Ronaldo offside decision sparks World Cup technology debate
Questions have emerged regarding the accuracy of semi-automated offside technology during Portugal’s World Cup 2026 last 32 match against Croatia following an incident involving Cristiano Ronaldo.
Ronaldo and Modric Renew Rivalry in World Cup Last 32 Milestone
Cristiano Ronaldo and Luka Modric will lead Portugal and Croatia in the World Cup last 32, marking their 232nd and 202nd international appearances. The match will be the fifth time the former Real Madrid teammates have faced each other on the international stage.
Milan Lead Serie A Contingent as 64 Stars Reach World Cup Knockouts
The 2026 World Cup Round of 32 features 64 players from Italy’s top two divisions, with AC Milan supplying the largest single-club contingent despite the Azzurri’s absence.
Croatia Edge Ghana 2-1 to Seal World Cup Knockout Spot as Modric Rewrites History
Luka Modric became the oldest player to assist at a World Cup as Croatia beat Ghana 2-1 to reach the 2026 knockout stages. Petar Sucic and Nikola Vlasic scored for the Vatreni.
World Cup Group L: England, Ghana and Croatia in final-day showdown
England and Ghana sit level at the top of World Cup Group L with four points each, while Croatia lie one point behind. All final fixtures kick off simultaneously at 5 p.m. ET with places in the Round of 32 at stake.
Bellingham and Kane fire England to Group L summit as Panama exit winless
England secured top spot in World Cup Group L with victory over Panama in New Jersey. Jude Bellingham and record-breaking Harry Kane scored in a controlled display.
England win Group L as Croatia defeat Ghana to seal progression for both
England secured first place in World Cup Group L despite a goalless draw with Ghana, while Croatia’s 2-1 victory over the Black Stars confirmed both teams’ passage to the knockout rounds.