Nelson Mandella

‘Sport has the power to change the world’ – Nelson Mandela, 2000 Laureus World Sports Awards

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‘Sport has the power to change the world’ – Nelson Mandela, 2000 Laureus World Sports Awards

Modric won the FIFA World Cup Golden Ball for best player of the tournament with his outstanding performances in midfield as Croatia reached the final for the first time. He also played an influential part in Real Madrid’s record 12th Champions League/European Cup victory. He won both UEFA Player of the Year and FIFA’s Best Player of the Year awards.
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