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#1 Luka Modrić (Croatia)
Luka Modrić made his international debut with the senior Croatian side in March 2006 in a friendly match against Argentina in Basel, which Croatia won 3-2. He has made 111 international appearances and was made captain of Croatia in March 2015.
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He currently plays for Spanish side Real Madrid where he has spent six seasons. He has won 14 titles with Los Blancos and has been a vital member of the squad that won three consecutive UEFA Champions League titles from 2016 to 2018.
The 32-year-old is a diminutive midfielder who is described as a creative playmaker. He has great vision and is able to play with both feet which enables him to swiftly switch flanks. He is widely praised for his ball control, first touch, positional play and ability to retain possession in the midfield.
He has featured in all 5 games for Croatia till now and has scored two goals and provided an assist. His presence in the Croatian midfield initiates quick attacking moves and in the semi-final match against England his role as a playmaker will be crucial.
