Luka Modrić, at 40 years old, played what is almost certainly his final World Cup match as Croatia exited the tournament after a 2-1 loss to Portugal in the Round of 32 in Toronto.
Modrić delivered a commanding performance, recording 67 touches over 105 minutes and winning three duels. The match saw a dramatic late equalizer from Croatia, but a Video Assistant Referee review disallowed the goal, ending their campaign.
Portugal advances to face Spain in the Round of 16.
The match featured a reunion between former Real Madrid teammates Modrić and Cristiano Ronaldo, both competing at an elite level in their 40s. For Modrić, who turns 41 in September, the defeat marks the likely end of a storied World Cup career that includes a Ballon d'Or and five Champions League titles.