Portugal's Silva praises idol Modric ahead of World Cup clash with Croatia

According to Channel NewsAsia, a Portuguese player has praised Luka Modric, the Croatian midfielder, ahead of Portugal's World Cup match against Croatia. The gesture highlights the mutual respect between international football rivals, even as they prepare to compete against each other. Modric, a legendary figure in the sport, continues to earn admiration from players across the world.

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