Croatia advanced to the semi-finals of the World Cup in Qatar. In the 1/8 finals they defeated Japan, but only after penalty kicks (1:1 rows k. 1-3). In a similar way, they advanced to the semi-finals of the tournament – this time, after a series of “elevens”, they were defeated by the Brazilian team. The success of the team was greatly influenced not only by Dominik Livaković, who saved four penalties in total, but above all by Luka Modrić. The 37-year-old not only supports the team on the pitch, but also mentors the team. It turns out that in addition to great talent, he also has a big heart.
Luka Modric made a grand gesture. He did not spare money for watches for his colleagues
Modric dreams of the world championship. In 2018, he failed to win the coveted title – Croatia lost 4-2 to France in the final. In club competition, he has achieved everything – together with Real Madrid, he won m. five Champions League trophies, and in 2018 he won the Golden Ball.
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Modric has always said that “his success would not have been possible without the team”. Therefore, in the past, he appreciated those who helped him reach the top. Simon Bastiansen, brand expert, told about the Croatian’s great heart. The man revealed that he met with Modric four years ago to convince him to work with watchmaker Breitling. The Croatian refused because he was associated with Rolex. He revealed that there is a crazy story associated with the Swiss company.
– After winning the Ballon d’Or, Modric bought himself a Rolex. He told me that he gave the same gift to members of the Real team. He bought as many as 25 Daytona Rolex watches in red gold. He also gave such gifts to the bus driver, doctor, physiotherapists and assistant coach. In total, he spent 11 million Swedish crowns (about five million zlotys – editorial note) – said Simon Bastiansen in an interview with the Danish television TV2.
It turns out that Modric’s generosity does not end there. The expert confessed that the footballer bought another 25 Rolex for his teammates after the 2018 World Cup final in Russia. 50 watches in total. “He confessed that without these people he would never have become the best player in the world. He is the most humble and humble sports star I have ever met.
It is possible that the captain of Croatia will make a similar gesture this year as well. Zlatko Dalić’s team will face Argentina in the semi-finals of the World Cup. The meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, December 13 at 20:00.
Source: Sport
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