“REAL ONES DON’T BREAK” Cristiano Ronaldo Reveals Emotional Words to Luka Modrić During Heartfelt World Cup Embrace as Football Legends Share Touching Moment After Portugal’s 2-1 Victory! “Some rivalries fade… but respect lasts forever.” Cristiano Ronaldo has revealed the emotional message he shared with Luka Modrić after their touching post-match embrace, following Portugal’s dramatic 2-1 victory that secured their place in the Round of 16. Ronaldo reflected on their long shared history in football, saying the two legends have played at the highest level for years and remain close in age and mutual respect. In his own words, Ronaldo praised Modrić as a true football icon, adding that he “congratulated him for everything” and expressed how much he enjoys seeing him still perform at the highest level.

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Luka Modric of Croatia embraces Cristiano Ronaldo of Portugal.
Cristiano Ronaldo had an emotional reunion with Luka Modric at the World CupCredit: AP:Associated Press

 

Football player Cristiano Ronaldo in a light blue and white jersey with "RONALDO 7" on the back, hugging a player in a blue checkered uniform on a green field.
Ronaldo’s Portugal eliminated Modric’s Croatia from the World Cup’s Last 32Credit: Getty Images – Getty
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CR7, who scored Portugal’s opener from the penalty spot to mark his first ever goal in the World Cup knockouts, linked up with Modric, 40, at full-time.

AC Milan star Modric was visibly distraught after an incredible VAR intervention denied the Croatians a shot at extra-time in a thrilling finale to what appears to be the midfielder’s last World Cup game.

And Manchester United legend Ronaldo rushed to Modric’s side, having spent six trophy-laden years together in Madrid.

The Al-Nassr superstar revealed he comforted Modric and sang his praises.

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Ronaldo said: “I played with him for so many years, we are nearly the same age.

“He’s a legend of football because he still plays very well and high quality.

“I said to him so many times congratulations for everything, I love to see you again, I wish you all the best for the next years of your career.”

Ronaldo and Modric dominated the world stage during their time together at Real.

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Luka Modric with a wry smile and wink, holding Cristiano Ronaldo's head.
Modric and Ronaldo spent six years together at Real MadridCredit: AP:Associated Press

 

A soccer player wearing a white jersey with "RONALDO" and the number "7" on the back is hugging another player in a blue jersey.
Ronaldo revealed he comforted Modric at full-time and sang his praisesCredit: AP:Associated Press

The Premier League greats won four Champions League trophies as well as LaLiga and Copa del Rey.

Ronaldo will now look to win the one major honour that has been eluding him throughout his glittering 24-year career.

Portugal are set for a crunch clash with reigning European champions Spain on Monday at