Luka Modrić, leader of the Croatian national football team, said that he was happy with his team’s finish at the European Championship, but that they need to play better at the show in Germany in 2024.
The last round of qualifying for the European Championship was last night, and Croatia beat Armenia 1-0 in Maksimir to make it.
“We’re pleased that we made it to the European Championship.” It was a little hard for us, but I think we deserved to be there. When it comes to quality, we have a place there. It wasn’t easy; Armenia played a great game, but we scored just in time and were able to save it, according to Hina.
They will be in big competitions 13 times, and Modrić will be there for the ninth time.
With 17 points, Turkey was the first team from Group D to make it to the European Championship. Croatia came in second with 16 points. With 12 points, Wales is in third place and will play in the play-off.
“At halftime, we knew Wales was ahead, but during the second half, we didn’t know because we were focused on the game.” Modrić said, “It was important that we do our job.” He also said that he doesn’t have any special hopes for the draw on December 2nd.
“The group we’re in doesn’t matter much to me; being in the Euro is that important.” I think we’ll get there in no time. We need to fix a lot of things. A lot of things about my life aren’t right, but I think it will be better when the stars fail. First, I’m thinking about Mateo (Kovačić) and Perija (Ivan Perišić), whom I hope will come back on time and do their best to get ready. He said, “There will be time to prepare. If we want to play a big role, we need to do better.”
This game was won in the 43rd minute by Ante Budimir.
“I’m so happy that I was able to be here and play in these two games. As a striker, there’s nothing more beautiful than scoring a goal.” I’m so happy that we won and will be going to the European Championship. At that moment, I knew what I wanted and where I needed to attack. The ball came to me. “It was a really great feeling,” said Budimir, who scored the first goal for the A national team in a game.
He thought that his team would be able to do well at the game in Germany.
“We are a team that knows what it wants when it comes to major competitions, I have no doubt that it will be the same in Germany,” said Budimir.
It was 0:0 in the first half, and goalkeeper Dominik Livaković blocked a clear chance. This helped Croatia win and go to the European Championship.
“It feels great, and we’re all very proud.” Thanks to everyone who came, it was a pleasure to play. It’s great to be back at Maksimir. Of course, I was scared, but that’s how games like this make you feel. Livaković said, “I’m glad I could help the team.”