Qatar 2022: Modric leads Croatia to second bronze medal as Atlas Lions fail to roar
Croatia were also the winner of the France 1998 World Cup bronze medal where they beat the Netherlands with an identical 2-1 scoreline.
Luka Modric led Croatia to third place in what was likely the midfield great’s last appearance at the World Cup.
The runners-up from four years ago secured another medal by beating Morocco 2-1 in the third-place match on Saturday.
Croatia were also the winner of the France 1998 World Cup bronze medal where they beat the Netherlands with an identical 2-1 scoreline.
Mislav Orsic scored the decisive goal shortly before halftime at Khalifa International Stadium to ensure Modricfinished on a winning note, if this does turn out to be his last World Cup match.
At the age of 37, that seems likely, even if there are hopes he will lead his country at the 2024 European Championship.'
Josko Gvardiol put Croatia ahead in the seventh minute, but Achraf Dari evened the score in the ninth.
After becoming the first African team to reach the World Cup semifinals, Morocco’s tournament ended in two losses.
But then team’s achievements in Qatar will be remembered for the outpouring of pride among Arab nations.
The World Cup final between defending champion France and Argentina is scheduled for Sunday at Lusail Stadium.
