LUKA D ORO

Luka Modrić won the Ballon d’Or in 2018, making history as:

 The first player since 2007 to break the dominance of Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, who had shared the award for a decade.

 The first Croatian player to win the Ballon d’Or.

Why Luka Modrić Won in 2018:

•Club Achievements with Real Madrid:

• Played a pivotal role in helping Real Madrid win their third consecutive UEFA Champions League title (2017–18).

• Instrumental in controlling games with his midfield mastery.

International Achievements with Croatia:

• Led Croatia to the 2018 FIFA World Cup Final, their best-ever performance in the tournament.

• Awarded the Golden Ball as the best player of the World Cup.

3. Individual Recognition:

• Praised for his exceptional vision, passing, and work rate, Modrić was considered the heartbeat of both his club and national team.