Rakitic: Luka Modric Is Incredible

DBasia.news – There is something interesting from the relation of Ivan Rakitic and Luka Modric. As concerned, both are the soul of Croatia national team in the midfield. Thanks to them, Zlatko Dlaic squad could be the runner-up of the 2018 World Cup.

But talking at the club level, both are supporting a rivalry team. Rakitic is the key for Barcelona, while Modric is Real Madrid player. However, recently Rakitic praised Modric as the world’s best player.

“Luka is incredible, he is the best in La Liga and this year he has been the best player in the world. It is fantastic for Croatia to have a player of his caliber and it goes without saying that his personal successes are a very proud moment for the nation,” Rakitic said.

Modric is listed for some individual nominations. Recently he won the UEFA Man of the Match. Rakitic hoped his partner could gain more individual awards this year.

“I hope he wins the personal prizes this year because there are not any doubts in my mind that he deserves to hold those titles. As always, people will question any player who goes for these awards but I am so proud of him and happy for his successes,” Rakitic uttered.

Meanwhile, for now, both Rakitic and Modric are supporting Croatia national team. Last Friday, they play balance against Portugal with a 1-1 score in the friendly match.

Next, Croatia will play against Spain in their first match in UEFA Nations League.