Modric was one of the stars of the night. He won at the Bernabeu with a catch. The Croatian question for most of the season is ending in a big way and yesterday gave the supporters who made the big game, a goal included.

When Mourinho replaced him in the second half by Di Maria, the crowd gave him a well deserved standing ovation. The former Tottenham, which has been hard to get a place in the team, thanked the detail of the fans and returned the applause.
Mourinho himself Luka congratulated by his party. He extended his hand when he came to the bench and then said something to him before the player take a seat.

The coach knows that the Croatian has come up in the final stretch of the season and now sees it as a permanent fixture for the Cup final against Atletico. Modric has found his best game and his fitness is also spectacular.