Croatia's Rakitic Ends His International Football Career
Senin, 21 September 2020 - 20:25 WIB
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Midfielder Ivan Rakitic who made 106 appearances and scored 15 goals for Croatia has called time on his international career with the 2018 World Cup runners-up. (Reuters)
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Croatia midfielder Ivan Rakitic has called time on his international career with the 2018 World Cup runners-up, he said on Monday.
The former Barcelona player, 32, was an integral part of the Croatia side who reached the World Cup final in Russia before losing 4-2 to France.
Rakitic, who made 106 appearances and scored 15 goals for his country, discussed the decision with national captain Luka Modric, coach Zlatko Dalic and Croatian Football Association president Davor Suker.
"Saying goodbye to the Croatian national team is the most difficult decision in my career, but I felt that this was the moment when I had to break away and make that decision," said Rakitic in a social media post from the national side.
"I enjoyed every game I played for my homeland, and unforgettable moments from the World Cup will remain among my favourites.
The former Barcelona player, 32, was an integral part of the Croatia side who reached the World Cup final in Russia before losing 4-2 to France.
Rakitic, who made 106 appearances and scored 15 goals for his country, discussed the decision with national captain Luka Modric, coach Zlatko Dalic and Croatian Football Association president Davor Suker.
"Saying goodbye to the Croatian national team is the most difficult decision in my career, but I felt that this was the moment when I had to break away and make that decision," said Rakitic in a social media post from the national side.
"I enjoyed every game I played for my homeland, and unforgettable moments from the World Cup will remain among my favourites.
