Modric hopes fans back Croatia against Spain after England shame

Croatia's star midfielder Luka Modric expressed hope that the fans would rally behind the national team, despite their devastating 7-0 loss to England earlier in the week. The AC Milan player admitted he was "ashamed" of his team's performance after the heavy defeat. Croatia will face world champions Spain in a Nations League match on Tuesday in Split, seeking to make amends for the English result.

Modric, a former Real Madrid star, emphasized that it wasn't the loss that troubled him, but the manner in which the match was played. He hoped the supporters would provide a positive environment for his team, believing that would be the best way to absorb and learn from the disappointment of the previous game. Spain, led by coach Luis de la Fuente, is considered the world's top team, having won the World Cup for the second time in July.

Modric acknowledged Spain's talent but stressed the need for Croatia to be aggressive and limit Spain's space to prevent them from finding solutions. Modric himself remains undecided on his future with the Croatian national side, stating he will assess his decision based on where he feels most content, whether that is a year or a month from now. His captaincy and commitment to helping his team both on and off the field remain unchanged.