Modric says Croatia gave their all but destiny was different

Croatia, led by Luka Modric, topped their group at the World Cup and advanced to the quarter‑finals. After a 2‑0 victory over the United States, they faced Belgium in a tightly contested match that ended in a 2‑1 defeat.

Modric said his players gave everything on the pitch but fell short of the desired result. The tournament concluded with Croatia exiting in the quarter‑finals.