Croatia secured its place in the FIFA World Cup finals after defeating the Faroe Islands 3-1 in the European qualifiers tonight, guaranteeing their spot in the tournament (to be held in the USA, Canada, and Mexico) with a match to spare.

The qualification is a monumental achievement for Croatian captain and midfield maestro Luka Modrić, who is now set to appear in the fifth World Cup of his professional career.

The 40-year-old veteran has previously represented Croatia on the global stage in four previous editions: 2006, 2014, 2018, and 2022. During this remarkable run, he has twice captained the team to reach the semi-finals, cementing his legacy as the nation's greatest-ever player.

Modrić's presence will be a source of immense experience and quality for the Croatian side as they prepare to compete in the 2026 tournament.