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Broken cheekbone but Croatia back Modric for World Cup

Broken cheekbone but Croatia back Modric for World Cup

Summary

Croatia’s football player Luka Modric broke his cheekbone in a match but had successful surgery. His coach believes Modric will recover in time to lead the team at the World Cup starting in June.

Key Facts

  • Luka Modric suffered a broken left cheekbone during a match between AC Milan and Juventus.
  • The injury happened after a head clash with Juventus player Manuel Locatelli.
  • Modric had surgery described as "completely successful" by AC Milan doctors.
  • The surgery addressed a complex fracture to the left zygomatic bone (cheekbone).
  • Croatia’s coach Zlatko Dalic is confident Modric will recover and play in the World Cup.
  • Modric is Croatia’s captain and has played in four previous World Cups.
  • The World Cup starts on June 11, with Croatia’s first game against England on June 17.
  • Modric will miss the rest of the Serie A season, where AC Milan is competing for a Champions League spot.
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