R. Lukaku thanked I. Rakitić: suggested to rest in Croatia © AP

Former Croatian national team goalkeeper Ivan Rakitic expressed gratitude to Belgian striker Romelu Lukaku for missing the target.

In yesterday's F group match against the Croatians, the 29-year-old forward missed ideal opportunities to score and most contributed to his team's early trip home (0:0).

"Forward, Lukaku! We have to thank him for a month-long vacation in Croatia," Rakitic rejoiced on social media.