Quotes from Luka Modric

The toughest away match in La Liga for me used to be the one against Osasuna.

I always look forward to playing for my national team, especially at a major tournament.

It was my dream come true when I signed for Real Madrid. I want to stay here for as many years as possible and, if it's possible, finish my career here.

I would say the best Croatian player in 2014 was Ivan Rakitic, leading Sevilla to Europa League glory and earning a big transfer to Barcelona.

Fight for your dreams and success. This is what has always guided me.

There are ups and downs, but whatever happens, you have to trust and believe in yourself.

The most important thing is to never give up, never give in to circumstances, believe yourself, and to soldier on, no matter what's in your way.

My challenge is to win titles and trophies with Real Madrid.

Playing at Real Madrid is something special in itself, but winning trophies with Real Madrid is even more thrilling.

My one regret is that I didn't win a trophy with Tottenham, despite us being a strong team who played good, attractive football.

My father fought for me to play football. He never had to make me shinpads, but it was a lot of money to send to me to a soccer school. And to provide boots and things.

My position at Tottenham was in the centre of midfield, and I have played there for Croatia, I feel I am best there.

When you win something, once, twice, three times, and you have that feeling, that pushes you forward again. You want to win more and more and more.

I really enjoy my life in Spain.

The team is the most important thing.

The most important thing is how the season ends.

Spanish League is very tough, especially away matches.

Spurs will always have a place in my heart.

My emotions, when I think about the time I spent at Spurs, are always really positive.

Madrid is a big and beautiful city with great parks where I like to walk. There are a lot of squares and museums, historic monuments. But I'm more a home guy; I feel most comfortable there with my wife and kids. We play, watch cartoons, like all families do.

Santiago Bernabeu is the best stadium I have ever played in. I enjoy every minute on its pitch.

Nobody is accustomed to play in front of an empty stadium.

When you play a semi-final, it is impossible to be tired. You know how much is at stake.

You must never give up and have faith in yourself.