Dominik Livaković

Croatian football goalkeeper

Dominik Livaković - Croatian football goalkeeper
Born

January 9th, 1995
30 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Croatia

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A goalkeeper who started professional career in 2012 with Dinamo Zagreb. Helped Dinamo Zagreb win multiple domestic league titles and cup competitions. Gained recognition for performances in international tournaments, representing Croatia in UEFA Euro 2020 and the FIFA World Cup 2022.

Won Prva HNL title with Dinamo Zagreb

Represented Croatia in FIFA World Cup 2022

Key player in Croatia's run in UEFA Euro 2020

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