In Qatar's last World Cup final, Croatia beat Morocco 2-1 to take third place. After the match, Croatia captain Luka Modric was interviewed by the media.
When asked about Croatia's performance at the World Cup, Modric said: "I think we did some great things for Croatia and Croatian football, we were very close to the gold medal we wanted.
I'm sorry I didn't win the championship. However, we must be proud and happy that we have returned to Croatia as winners. Let's enjoy it, it's a big deal!
To win two MEDALS in two cup tournaments is very important, it means a lot to Croatia.
You can't say that Croatia is a team that only achieves things every 20 years. After the last World Cup and this World Cup, we have put Croatia into the strong team.
As for Croatia and his future, Modric said: "The young players are showing their quality and the future of Croatia is bright.
This competition has helped us grow even more. The young players have already won a medal and it took me 12 years to win it.
It's something special and the young players should be grateful for it, it's a signpost for their future.
"I want to stay with the national team until the Europa League, it would be silly to leave now, after the Europa League we will see."
Before the match, Modric confirmed in an interview that this will be his last appearance in the World Cup as a player, but the 37-year-old Croatian legend is still open to playing in the European Championship in two years' time.
The third place of the 2022 Qatar World Cup came to an end, Croatia won the third place with a 2-1 victory over Morocco, and FIFA officially paid tribute to Modric.
FIFA paid tribute to Modric:
Once childhood haze, with how much effort to push away.
Stand on the stage, the top of the world to witness your existence.The emaciated child who used to herd sheep may not have thought about the expectations he can have in the empty mountains.
Standing in the moment waving to the past, the melodious flute under the blue sky is the confession of his legendary path.
Modric, don't give up, so don't want to say goodbye.
The last dance of the World Cup stage, only let us thank, thank again.
