Modric: My coach put me in the position I like most

Croatia's representative after 20 years has launched a World Champion with a secure victory after the 2-0 triumph against Nigeria. Captain Luca Modric was among the best in the field as he managed to do the penalty.

For us it was very important that we start the tournament with victory, despite the match between Argentina and Iceland, we were focused on our” game.

We believe that at the hand of this victory we will improve our game and give us additional confidence to continue towards the assigned target of”.

I guess the fight wasn't easy, the first goal came at the right time, then it was easier to play and impose our game. I think we won meritably, but Nigeria was not an easy opponent, I believe it will win points in the following” matches, Luka Modric declared after the match.

Real Madrid midfielder has commented on his most drawn position in the field.

I've played my best in previous fights, but the selection drew me to the position I feel best about. I'll play where Coach<x1 is going to put me, Modric says.

He has said the match against Argentina will be very difficult, as the Albisleests are the group's favourites.

With this victory, Croatia leads Group D with three points, ahead of Argentina and Iceland, which played evens (1-1) in the first lap.