Luka Modric put in a Rolls Royce performance against Atletico Madrid. He won the ball back on numerous occasions, was accurate and forward-thinking in passing as he usually is and proved to be a constant danger to Jan Oblak with his movement.
And Real Madrid fans, as well as many neutrals who watched the game, have applauded the veteran Croatian for his masterclass in the Madrid derby.
The midfielder’s name has been trending on sports Twitter in the UK during and shortly after the game, so here are some of the best takes on Luka from fans.
TC: “This has easily been of the best individual performances of the season from Luka Modric. A standing ovation from Real Madrid AND Atlético Madrid fans. Legendary.”
Abdul: “Modric might be the most loved RM player I’ve ever seen, the entire Bernabeu gave him like 3 standing ovations while the ball was in play. Players usually need to get subbed off to get a standing ovation, once he retires in a RM shirt he will go down as a top 5 RM players of all time.”
MadridZone: “No words left anymore to explain the greatness of Luka Modrić.”
Kiyan Sobhani: “Reaction of Bernabeu to Modric just incredible. He is a wizard. Ageless. The energy is electric in person.”
Andy West: “When Luka Modric hit 30 he started ageing in reverse and is now 24. It’s the only possibility.”
Muddassir Hussain: “Luka Modric, man!! You’re 54 years old, you should not be playing like this!!!”
FutbolBible: “Luka Modric is 36 years old and he’s still bossing the midfield. What a fucking player.”
LosBlancos_Live: “74th minute. Luka Modrić tracks back to win the ball from Joao Felix and the whole Bernabéu stands to applaud him. We’re witnessing greatness.”
Premier League Panel: “Luka Modrić just received a standing ovation from the Bernabéu for his defensive work. His interception of Koke’s pass also led to Real Madrid’s 1st goal.
“Astounding that he is still hitting these levels both on and off-the-ball at 36 years old. Legendary stuff.”
RK: “Modric undeserved Ballon Dor? No. It’s a shame that he only won one. He’s an all time great who deserves more.”
Xav Salazar: “When is the last time a midfielder at age 36 was as good as Modric is today? All the other midfielders have either retired, left for a drastically lower competition level or became an eternal reserve player until retirement.
“Not Luka, he’s the greatest.”
Source: operanewsapp.com