Northern Tigers Overview

Modric agrees new AC Milan deal and retires internationally

Luka Modric is preparing to sign a new one-year contract extension with AC Milan and will officially retire from international duty with Croatia this October. The midfielder wants to dedicate his final season entirely to the Italian giants, aiming for a successful swansong after missing out on Champions League football and suffering World Cup heartbreak.

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World Cup Golden Boot standings: History-making Mbappe tops Messi

The 2026 World Cup is over, and so is the race for the prestigious Golden Boot - the award given to the tournament's top scorer. With the expanded 48-nation tournament coming to a close, following a month of thrilling action in North America, which star has taken home the illustrious award? Here, GOAL lists the tournament's most prolific performers.

Bilic begs Modric to stay with Croatia

New Croatia head coach Slaven Bilic has made Luka Modric his first priority in the role, revealing plans to speak with the veteran midfielder about his international future as he looks to convince the AC Milan captain to continue representing his country.

Portugal v Croatia: Round Of 32 - FIFA World Cup 2026

Modric decides Milan future

Luka Modric is reportedly ready to extend his stay at San Siro by committing to a new one-year contract with AC Milan. The veteran midfielder has rapidly weighed up his options following Croatia’s disappointing early departure from the 2026 World Cup just a few days ago.

Croatia confirm Bilic return as ex-West Ham boss ends long managerial hiatus

The Croatian Football Federation (HNS) has officially announced the return of Slaven Bilic as the head coach of the senior national team. The former West Ham United and West Bromwich Albion manager ends a two-year break from the dugout to succeed Zlatko Dalic, who stepped down following the conclusion of the 2026 World Cup.

Croatia lodge FIFA complaint over 'abuse of technology' in Portugal loss

Croatia have submitted a formal complaint to FIFA following their dramatic exit from the World Cup at the hands of Portugal. The Croatian Football Federation (HNS) has cited a perceived "abuse of technology" during a critical moment in the match that saw them eliminated from the tournament.

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
1	Blacktown Spartans	27	19	5	3	69	32	37	62	W W W W W
2	Northern Tigers	27	15	7	5	48	27	21	52	W W L W D
3	Bankstown City Lions	27	15	5	7	51	40	11	50	W D W W D
4	Macarthur Rams	27	14	6	7	36	28	8	48	W W L W D
5	Canterbury Bankstown FC	27	12	6	9	61	48	13	42	L D L L W

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