In Real Madrid's narrow 2-1 away win over Celta, veteran Modric assisted Vinicius with a precise straight shot to score the winning goal, while breaking Puskás' record as the oldest player to play in the team's history. After the match, the Croatian midfielder was interviewed by the club's official website, sharing his feelings and thoughts.
Modric began by expressing his pride in breaking the record, "Thank you very much. Although I don't like it when people keep bringing up the age thing, well, it's really quite something. I'm very proud to get this record and to be playing for the best club in the world at this age. I'm very proud and happy for the win tonight."
Talking about the proudest achievement of his career, Modric said, "It's hard to pick just one. I have experienced many things at Real Madrid, many amazing moments, winning the Champions League ...... first of all signing for Real Madrid, which was an important turning point; secondly winning the Champions League, La Liga title and other honors; and finally becoming the player with the most titles and the oldest player. All these achievements make me proud and satisfied."
On today's assist, Modric said, "It was a difficult game, we suffered a lot, but in the end took away a very important victory. The key to that tie-up was running open, and I told Vinicius, 'If you run, the ball will come to your feet because you have that ability.' If he can get away from the defense, it's easy to get the ball to him. I'm glad our matchup worked out."
Speaking about his personal form, Modric said, "It's very good, I feel very good physically and mentally. As I've always said, that's the most important thing. I try to do my best when it's my turn to play and help the team win, that's all. It's important to keep this up because a very tough few weeks await us and we have to stay together. We have a lot of strength, but strength alone is not enough, you have to put in more effort. Today we tried our best and soccer rewarded our efforts, soccer always rewards those who give their best."
In addition, Modric mentioned his 250th win in La Liga: "Another amazing number, I'm very satisfied. But we should keep working hard to win more games and titles, that's what the club wants from us. I will continue to work hard and contribute to the team."
