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Modric Says Mourinho Once Made Cristiano Ronaldo Cry Over Tactical Lapse

Modric portrays Mourinho as a demanding, forthright manager in a new Italian interview.

Overview

  • Speaking to Corriere della Sera, the Milan midfielder recounted a Real Madrid locker-room episode from Mourinho’s tenure.
  • He said Ronaldo broke down after being called out for failing to track an opposing fullback during a match.
  • Modric described Mourinho as the toughest coach he had, stressing his direct approach and equal treatment of stars and newcomers such as Sergio Ramos.
  • He credited Mourinho for bringing him to Real Madrid and said he regretted working under him for only one season.
  • Modric praised Carlo Ancelotti as “number one” and added that he feels closer to Ronaldo in the Messi‑Cristiano debate because they were teammates.