Hockey Coach Roman Rotenberg Reveals Unexpected Luka Modrić Fandom

Saint Petersburg, Russia – May 15, 2025. SKA Saint Petersburg hockey coach Roman Rotenberg fielded questions from the press today, addressing concerns about a missing player and surprisingly revealing his admiration for Croatian football star Luka Modrić. When asked about the absence of a player since October 10th, Rotenberg offered a brief explanation, stating, "He's doing well. He slept well today, trained, and had lunch. He's in a good mood, and we'll see him soon." The unexpected question about Modrić elicited a simple but enthusiastic, "Yes, yes, yes!" from Rotenberg, highlighting an interesting contrast between the serious hockey topic and the coach's personal fandom. This unexpected response adds a touch of levity to the press conference, showcasing a more personal side of the usually reserved coach.