Celta hadn't made this easy for Madrid -- they started the game spurning some great chances, before Kylian Mbappe scored a screamer from range to give Carlo Ancelotti's side the lead. The hosts did earn a deserved equalizer in the second half, with Williot Swedberg making things level.

Captain Luka Modric became the oldest player to compete in an official match in Real Madrid’s history in Vigo. The Croatian appeared in the match against Celta in Ba

Luka Modric has become the oldest player in Real Madrid's history while also delivering the game-winning assist in a 2-1 victory at Celta Vigo in La Liga. At 39 years, 40 days old, the former Ballon d'Or winner surpassed the milestone held by Ferenc Puskas since 1966 by four days.

Luka Modric became Real Madrid's oldest player in history on Saturday. Here, we look at what makes him so special

Luka Modric has become the oldest player to represent Real Madrid during their 2-1 victory over Celta Vigo, making the occasion memorable with an assist.

Real Madrid captain, Luka Modric, on Saturday became the oldest player to represent the club. At 39 years and 40 days, Modric has surpassed Ferenc Puskás’ record set in 1966. The Croatian midfielder marked the feat with an assist as Los Blancos beat Celta Vigo 2-1 in LaLiga.

Luka Modric was on the ball, scanning and planning, flowing through midfield. That liquid force, like rushing water. Modric was only 21, yet in the midst of a crowded, tense Euro 2008 qualifier between Croatia and Russia,