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After Messi Scores, Argentina Doubles Its Lead Over Croatia

Of course tonight is not all about Argentina. Croatia has once again found its way into the semifinals of the World Cup and has its own No. 10 who has craved a title just as much as Lionel Messi. Luka Modric, even though he is now 37, remains the standout player of this Croatian team, which has displayed a grit and togetherness that underlines why its team slogan for the past few years has been #Family. One of the key members of that family has been a Iva Olivari, the team manager, and the first woman to sit on the Croatia bench.