Luka Modrić returns to Europa League with AC Milan after nearly 15 years

Luka Modrić, with AC Milan, played his first Europa League match in nearly 15 years. As L’Équipe reports, the Croatian came on in the 60th minute during a comfortable 4-0 win for the Rossoneri against Red Bull Salzburg.

The match was a smooth night for AC Milan, and Modrić added minutes exactly when he returned to this European competition after a long gap.

First return in years

The standout takeaway is Modrić’s return to the Europa League—nearly fifteen years since his last appearance.