The match between Scotland and Croatia showcased Luka Modric’s exceptional passing skills and spatial awareness, despite Scotland’s defensive pressure. While Modric managed to evade multiple Scottish defenders, his team’s rhythm was disrupted by a red card issued to Petar Sucic just before halftime. The referee, Orel Grinfeeld, drew mixed reactions from fans, as Croatia failed to capitalize on their chances and ultimately saw Modric booked, ruling him out for the upcoming match against Portugal. The tension elevated as Croatia struggled with mounting frustrations throughout the game.