soccer updates: Modric opens Milan spell with goal
Luka Modric
Luka Modric scored his first goal for AC Milan in Sunday's 1-0 win over Bologna, the veteran star making his mark at the San Siro days after turning 40 years old.
Modric, who celebrated his birthday on Tuesday, netted the winning goal at the end of a flowing move he started in midfield before meeting Alexis Saelemaekers' low cross with a perfect first-time finish.
The six-time Champions League winner, who arrived at Milan as a free agent after 13 years at Real Madrid, wheeled away in delight at the decisive strike in a match which ended with coach Massimiliano Allegri sent off for his furious reaction at the hosts not being given a late penalty.
New signing Christopher Nkunku looked set to have a chance at scoring his first Milan goal from the penalty spot seconds after repla...