Luka Modric took to social media to thank Liverpool fans for their support following Los Blancos' 5-2 victory at Anfield.
Carlo Ancelotti's side came back from a two goal deficit to all but seal progression into the Champions League quarter-finals on Tuesday night.
Vinicius Jr's brace nullified Darwin Nunez and Mohamed Salah's early goals, opening the floodgates for a Real Madrid onslaught.
Eder Militao's bullet header, followed by a double from Karim Benzema ensured they head to the Bernabeu in full control.
But at the epicentre of it all was the timeless Luka Modric, who continued to defy logic as he edges ever closer to his forties.
The Croatian was influential in his side's fifth goal, intercepting a pass before effortlessly gliding past two players and releasing Vinicius, who played in Benzema to score his second of the evening.
The Ballon d'Or winner was withdrawn on the 87th minute where he was awarded a standing ovation by the Liverpool supporters.
Despite the end result, Reds fans knew they were witnessing greatness. Meanwhile, the away end chanted their magician's name as he departed the field.
Modric sends message to Liverpool fans
Modric has since taken to social media to thank Liverpool fans for their gracious support.
He tweeted: "Thank you Anfield. Special atmosphere. #Respect" accompanied by a handshake and clapping emoji.
And it seems the 37-year-old isn't finished yet, with Ancelotti ready to offer him a new deal on the back of Tuesday's display.
Ahead of kick-off, Modric discussed his desire to earn a new contract and, following his performance, Ancelotti suggested he'd done it in one night, saying, "Modric has already shown he deserves a contract renewal. He’s amazing.”
“Modric had a hard time in January. He was not feeling well but now he’s back. His physical condition is great. I’m convinced you will see the best Luka again.”
yocckmnpsu
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Luka magic🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌 you can't hate Modric if you love soccer. Living Legend
taybdkopr
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Halla Madrid yesterday I staked all on u guys and though I'm a rival fan buh u guys didn't disappoint even me best champions league contenders ever
deomodricdavid
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The super and best midfielder ever seen, the one who won the ballod O under Messi and Cr7, Nice words from him, he is the man with magic 💪💪
Iamzamfarawa
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The Must Humble and Respected Player with 0 haters! Who is with me!? 🙋
Cutdeilopz
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I'm Barcelona fans but I respect Luka modric is very professional football this guy have alots of respect I watch him in world cup Qatar he is in the best too beside all he is just enjoy playing football no other social media stuff
CRchhetri
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🤷🤷🤷
AlanDC01
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A humble guy who loves ❤️ champions league 🏆The best midfielder we witness in this era for his club and national team as well.
Swayyy
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Modric will play at Madrid till his 40yrs 🤩
Nikilong
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If not the best he’s surel among the greatest to run in the middle of the sport pitch A true legend n a guy that gv his country a player for the future to look up to 💪💪💪💪
jisikmnprz
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The respect Annfield shown to our legend Luka Modric made me to love Liverpool as a club respect to you Liverpool fc 🙏 👏 and I believe you will come back stronger 💪
eggosa91
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the only mid fielder better than modric is currently modric 🥺
Lilkodak111
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Madrid in one word🥹❤️👏
eggosa91
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those who think iniesta is better than modric
wongcarter10
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no matter what but the elephant fear non
Suhbdkpsuz
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Must you compare??? anyway, with due respect to Luka, we can talk about him when he wins world cup😀😀😀😀. Iniesta is lit fire man
That’s nice We will talk about Iniesta when he win the ballon d’or
PenaldoShiiiiiiT
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The Must Humble and Respected Player with 0 haters! Who is with me!? 🙋
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Benzema said last anyone who criticize Messi doesn't know football......at that moment he earned my respect