Hajduk Split suspends captain Marko Livaja after training‑camp clash

Croatian club Hajduk Split expelled captain Marko Livija from its pre‑World Cup preparations in Slovenia following a disciplinary breach. The decision came after Livija engaged in a verbal confrontation with coach Gonzalo Garcia and sporting director Robert Graf during a team‑building session on Bledu. club officials said, "When a player breaks club rules, he must bear the consequences." Fans are divided; some condemn the move while others stress Livija’s importance to the team. Reports note his annual salary of about €1.5 million and a market value near €2.8 million, despite being 33 years old. The incident has attracted attention beyond Croatia, sparking discussion in neighboring Serbia as well.