Croatia captain Luka Modric has welcomed the return of home fans for Thursday's difficult Nations League meeting with Spain in Zagreb.

The World Cup finalists have been forced to play their last two competitive home matches behind closed doors as part of their punishment imposed by Uefa after a swastika was marked on their pitch before a Euro 2016 home qualifier against Italy.

That was just the latest in a litany of offences for racism that has seen Croatia consistently punished.

"We are facing a very difficult match," Modric told reporters on the eve of the game at the Maksimir stadium.

"We need to be patient, wise and not to rush," added the 33-year-old Real Madrid midfielder. Bet Now on NaijaBet

"Playing in front of full stands is an additional motivation. The fans will certainly be of major importance for us, we will give our best and try to win."

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