Modric praises Juve’s Mandzukic

By Football Italia staff

Luka Modric heaps praise on Juventus forward Mario Mandzukic ahead of today’s World Cup final.

Modric and Mandzukic will be aiming to win Croatia their first ever international honours when they take on favourites France in Moscow this afternoon.

And speaking ahead of world football’s showpiece event, the Real Madrid man summed up the importance of the Old Lady forward to his national side.

“He is very important for us because of his character and desire to fight,” Modric commented.

“He motivates all his teammates with his attitude. We are happy he scored the goal that took us through to the final.

“Let’s hope that’s what happens again in the final.”

Mandzukic has scored twice at this summer’s tournament, including Wednesday evening’s extra-time winner against England in the semi-finals.

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