Archive · 7 Sep 2026
Luka Modrić Named in Croatia Squad for Nations League
Luka Modrić was chosen to play for Croatia in the UEFA Nations League.
He is 41 years old and has already played 202 matches for his country.
His next game against the Czech Republic could be his 203rd appearance.
Modrić also signed to play another season for AC Milan.
Croatia will also face Spain and England in its group.
Coach Slaven Bilić said Modrić will not necessarily play every game.
The coach wants him to play at a pace that works for both Modrić and the team.
Modrić is continuing a very long international career for Croatia.
Croatia coach Slaven Bilić selected Luka Modrić for the upcoming UEFA Nations League.
Modrić is set to earn his 203rd international cap against the Czech Republic on September 26.
The 41-year-old midfielder recently agreed to another season with AC Milan.
Croatia’s group also includes World Cup champion Spain and England.
Bilić said Modrić may not play every match and will follow a schedule similar to his Milan routine.
- Who
- Croatia midfielder Luka Modrić, coach Slaven Bilić and the Croatia national team.
- What
- Modrić was named in Croatia’s squad for the upcoming UEFA Nations League.
- When
- The group phase runs from September to November, with Croatia opening against the Czech Republic on September 26.
- Where
- The matches will be played in the UEFA Nations League group phase; the article does not specify the opening match venue.
- Why
- Bilić said Modrić remains passionate about Croatia and the national team, while his playing schedule will be managed to suit both him and the team.
- Player
- Luka Modrić
- International appearances
- He is set to earn his 203rd cap against the Czech Republic.
- Age
- 41
- Club
- AC Milan
- Croatia’s group opponents
- Czech Republic, Spain and England
- Group-phase schedule
- September to November
- Coach
- Slaven Bilić