Hrvoje Ćustić
Croatian footballer
Born
1983
43 years ago
Died
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Croatia
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A professional footballer played as a midfielder. Career spanned several clubs, including Rijeka and Varteks. Contributed to the teams with notable performances in domestic leagues. Represented Croatia at the international level, playing in various qualifying matches. His career was cut short due to health issues.
Played for Rijeka
Played for Varteks
Represented Croatia in international matches
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