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Luka Modric named All Football World Cup Best Player of the Day

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Croatia captain Luka Modric has been named All Football World Cup Best Player of the Day.

Croatia beat Russia 4-3 on penalties following a 2-2 draw after extra-time to set up a World Cup semi-final showdown with England.

Captain Modric dominated the midfield with his pace and skills, completing 8 successful dribbles and delivering 4 key passes in the game, with a 87% pass success.

The Real Madrid midfielder assisted Domagoj Vida in the extra time to gain a temporary but vital 2-1 lead for Croatia.

He also scored a penalty in the shootout after Mario Fernandes' failure.