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Modric 'ashamed' after England's 7-0 win

Real Madrid midfielder Luka Modric expressed shame after Croatia's 7-0 defeat to England, with Harry Kane praising the relentless mentality that powered England to victory.

Modric, who captained Croatia in the Nations League fixture, admitted his team was completely outplayed. "I am ashamed," the 37-year-old midfielder said following the comprehensive defeat.

Meanwhile, England striker Harry Kane, now on 89 international goals, described the performance against Croatia as the blueprint for how England should play. "When you have a certain style of playing, you can't just pick and choose when you want to do it," Kane stated. "It's just relentless. It's non-stop." capturengo.com