Luka Modric makes History; becomes oldest World Cup player to provide assist as Croatia advances

Veteran Croatian midfielder Luka Modrić continues to write his name ij the history books. The Real Madrid legend etched his name into FIFA World Cup record books once again on Saturday, becoming the oldest player to register an assist in the tournament's history.

The 40-year-old AC Milan player provided a pinpoint corner kick that Nikola Vlasic headed home for the 83rd-minute winner in Croatia's 2-1 victory over Ghana. The result secured Croatia's progression to the round of 32 in the 2026 tournament, with an earlier goal from Petar Sucic.

Luka Modric makes History; becomes oldest World Cup player to provide assist as Croatia advances

Modric, appearing in his fifth World Cup, continues to defy age with his vision and technical mastery. The maestro's latest contribution sparked widespread acclaim on social media, where fans hailed the Ballon d'Or winner as a timeless legend of the game. Croatia will now prepare for a challenging knockout-stage clash as one of the tournament's most inspiring stories.

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