Slaven Bilic and Croatia aim to use 7-0 humbling as fuel against England

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According to Guardian Sport, as Croatia prepares to face England at Wembley in the Nations League, wounds from their humiliating 7-0 defeat by the same opponents in Rijeka last month remain fresh. Croatia captain Luka Modric admitted after the match that he felt ashamed for the first time in his 20-year international career. Manager Slaven Bilic described the result as an "eternal shame" and told his players never to forget it so they would ensure it is never repeated. Bilic faces immense tactical and physical challenges against a fast England side, with Croatia focusing primarily on regaining their self-respect and proving they remain a true team.