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Luka Modric Bids Emotional Farewell to Real Madrid

7/10/2025

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Luka Modric, at 39, bid farewell to Real Madrid after a heart-wrenching 4-0 defeat to PSG in the World Cup semi-final. Since joining in 2012, he etched his name in history, clinching multiple titles and the coveted 2018 Ballon d'Or. As he embarks on a new chapter with AC Milan, his legacy will forever resonate.

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Luka Modric, at 39, bid farewell to Real Madrid after a heart-wrenching 4-0 defeat to PSG in the World Cup semi-final. Since joining in 2012, he etched his name in history, clinching multiple titles and the coveted 2018 Ballon d'Or. As he embarks on a new chapter with AC Milan, his legacy will forever resonate.