Mandzukic at Croatia's 2014 World Cup Group A soccer match against Mexico on June 23.

"大壯吉家人信" ("strengt ortune, family and faith") have already revealed Croatian striker Mario Mandzukic's maxim, although some characters are improperly written. Croatia's early elimination from this World Cup makes these words even more precious to comfort this top-level Balkan warrior. [Photo/Agencies]

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