What Croatia’s president taught the world about leadership at the World Cup

Jul 17, 2018

Soccer Football - World Cup - Final - France v Croatia - Luzhniki Stadium, Moscow, Russia - July 15, 2018 Croatia President Kolinda Grabar-Kitarovic speaks with Croatia's Luka Modric while President of France Emmanuel Macron looks on during the presentation. REUTERS/Carl Recine

Grabar-Kitarović's display of support for her players set a shining example for leaders around the world. Image: REUTERS/Carl Recine

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