Darijo Srna

Professional Croatian footballer

Darijo Srna - Professional Croatian footballer
Born

May 1st, 1982
43 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Croatia

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A professional footballer, played primarily as a right back. Spent the majority of the career at Shakhtar Donetsk, winning numerous league titles and domestic cups. Also contributed to the Croatian national team, serving as captain and participating in multiple UEFA European Championships and FIFA World Cups. Transitioned into a management role after retirement.

Winning multiple Ukrainian Premier League titles with Shakhtar Donetsk

Captaining the Croatian national team

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