Portugal midfielder Vitinha, who plays for PSG, said he is honoured to face Croatia’s Luka Modrić at the upcoming World Cup match in Toronto and hopes Modrić will be "sadder than me" after the game. He also praised Cristiano Ronaldo, noting the match could be the last World Cup appearance for both Ronaldo and Modrić. Vitinha emphasised Portugal’s need to improve collectively, focusing solely on the decisive encounter with Croatia and rejecting any distractions. He thanked the large Portuguese community in Canada for its support, describing the atmosphere in Toronto as vibrant and encouraging for the team.
The match is part of the tournament’s knockout stage and will determine which side progresses further, with both sides aiming to end their campaigns on a high note.