Luka Modrić Joins Messi and Ronaldo in Highest WC Games List

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Luka Modrić Joins Messi and Ronaldo in Highest WC Games List

Modrić makes his 200th Croatia appearance in his 21st World Cup game, stretching a run that began with his 2006 tournament debut. Since then, only Ronaldo, with 23 matches, and Messi, with 27, have played more World Cup games among current era icons. In his 199 appearances, Modric has scored 29 goals and provided 31 assists for the nation.

By Nischay Rathore

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After scoring twice in Portugal’s 5-0 win over Uzbekistan, Ronaldo dismissed retirement talk. “They said I should retire, but I am here,” he said, adding, “Did I say I’m back? Yes, so that they do not forget.” The 40-year-old stressed unity after a “dark” week, saying outside noise stays constant while Portugal “keep going together” at the World Cup.

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After a brace against Uzbekistan, Ronaldo addressed the possibility of a clash against Messi's Argentina. “Facing Leo Messi at the World Cup? The question doesn’t make a lot of sense… It would be top”. He stressed the focus on progressing. “But my focus was on today. We won, I have been able to score, we keep going together."

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Cristiano Ronaldo Says ‘Next Question’ When Asked About Lionel Messi

After beating Uzbekistan 5- 0, Ronaldo turned his back before delivering a firm response at the FIFA World Cup 2026 press conference. "Next question," he said, when a reporter was about to ask a question about Messi. The Portuguese star remains central to the GOAT debate with Messi, who just set a new World Cup scoring record with 18 goals.

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Didier Deschamps Rushes Home After Mother Passes Away

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Deschamps is heading back to France and will miss the World Cup group stage finale against Norway on Friday after his mother passed away. The match at Gillette Stadium comes after France have already qualified for the last 32 with two wins from two matches. This is Deschamps' last tournament as the France National Team manager.

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Donald Trump to Present World Cup Trophy With Gianni Infantino

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Donald Trump to Present World Cup Trophy With Gianni Infantino

Trump will co-present the World Cup trophy with Infantino to the winning captain in New Jersey on July 19, marking a break from recent FIFA protocol. “We will be together... handing the trophy to the winner,” Infantino told Fox & Friends. The decision follows last summer’s Club World Cup ceremony, when Trump remained onstage during Chelsea’s celebrations.

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