Hrvoje Ćustić

Croatian footballer

Hrvoje Ćustić - Athletes & Sports Figures born 1983
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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