British media personality Piers Morgan has applauded Cristiano Ronaldo and Luka Modric following Portugal’s dramatic 2-1 victory over Croatia in their World Cup Round of 32 clash.
The encounter, held at Toronto Stadium, delivered an intense battle between two European giants, with Portugal narrowly securing progression to the next stage.
Reacting after the match, Morgan commended both captains for their outstanding performances and professionalism, highlighting their enduring brilliance despite being in their 40s.
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“Incredible end to a brilliant game. Congrats to Cristiano and Portugal on a thrilling win, and commiserations to Luka Modric and Croatia on a devastating loss,” Morgan wrote on X.
He further praised the mutual respect shared between the two football icons, describing them as “still world-class” despite their age.
Ronaldo and Modric, who were once teammates at Real Madrid, once again demonstrated their elite quality and leadership on the global stage, earning admiration from fans and pundits alike.
Portugal’s victory now sees them advance further in the tournament, while Croatia bow out after a hard-fought contest.
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