1(4)-1(2): Modrić books spot in semis

Real Madrid

·9 December 2022

1(4)-1(2): Modrić books spot in semis

Croatia are the first team through to the semifinals of the World Cup following their victory over Brazil on penalties. Modrić played the whole match and scored his spot kick in the shootout. Meanwhile, Militão, who played the majority of the game (105th minute), was a starter as was Vini Jr, who went off for Rodrygo in the 64th minute.

The Croats are to play the semifinals for the second consecutive World Cup following a match in which Neymar gave Brazil the lead in extra time (105th minute). Petkovic bagged the equaliser with just three minutes left on the clock. The Balkans won 4-2 on penalties. In the next round, Croatia will meet the winner of the Netherlands-Argentina match. The semifinal will take place on Tuesday, December 13, at 8pm CET.