Luka Modricone of the few players to break Cristiano Ronaldo–Lionel Messi dominance of it Ballon d’O orhas strengthened his inheritance as one of the largest midfielders from the 2000s. Now in a secondary role at Real MadridThe Croatian legend shared their insights with teammate Kylical MbappeThe advice on what is required to win the prestigious award.
Despite a rocky start in Spain, Mbappe has turned its fortunes and has a memorable season that can culminate in several trophies. In an interview with TelephotoModric shared his thoughts on the character and performance of the French star.
“He is one of the best players in the world. He has the ability to do things that have never seen before. What impressed me most about Mbappé was his personality, his way of being. He is an incredible guy, very humble, always willing to joke, help his teammates. He is very calm“Commented Modric.
Modric also weighed in on Mbappe’s current season and acknowledged his continued brilliance even though it was not considered one of his best: “From the outside we can say that he has not had his best season, but he has scored 30 goals—Imagine if it was his best season. One of the best players I’ve seen. He is a wonderful guy. “
The key to winning the Ballon D’O or
Before the Uefa Nations League first leg toward CroatiaThe Mbappe mentioned joking that he would ask Modric how to win the Ballon d’Or. Modric responded with a hopeful message for his teammate and offered his advice on how to earn the coveted award.
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“I ask him to keep helping Real Madrid win games, I’m sure he will be one of the favorites not only to win a Ballon d’Or, but several“Pronounced Modric with certainty and expressed his belief in the young French forward.
Modric won the 2018 Ballon d’Or After an outstanding season with Real Madrid, where he helped the club win the Uefa Champions League, and with Croatia, where he led them to the FIFA World Cup 2018.
Ironically, Modric lost the World Cup final to Mbappes France. Because of his overwhelming performance in the competition, the tournament Mbappe saw in fourth place in Ballon d’Or Race in just 20 years old, behind only Antoine Griezmann, Cristiano Ronaldo and Modric himself.
