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AC Milan striker sent home from World Cup in disgrace 'after refusing to come on against Nigeria'

Croatia boss Zlatko Dalic giving instructions on a touchline. [Photo/Courtesy]

Croatia boss Zlatko Dalic has sent striker Nikola Kalinic home from the World Cup in disgrace.

The Vatreni won their opening match on Saturday night, defeating Nigeria 2-0.

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