Darko Pančev

Macedonian footballer and European champion

Darko Pančev - Macedonian footballer and European champion
Born

September 7th, 1965
59 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

North Macedonia

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Professional footballer played as a forward, primarily associated with the clubs Vardar and Red Star Belgrade. Achieved notable success in the late 1980s and early 1990s. Pančev was part of the Red Star Belgrade squad that won the European Cup in 1991, contributing significantly to the team's success. Also represented the national team of North Macedonia, earning numerous caps and participating in qualifying campaigns for major tournaments.

Won the European Cup with Red Star Belgrade in 1991

Played for Vardar and secured multiple domestic titles

Represented North Macedonia in international competitions

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