Matija Sarkic
Footballer with championship experience
Born
1997
28 years ago
Died
June 15th, 2024
1 years ago — 27 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Montenegro
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Born in England, played as a goalkeeper. Started professional career with Birmingham City, making appearances in various competitions. Later, transferred to a number of clubs, including a loan spell at Wigan Athletic. Represented Montenegro internationally, contributing to the national team's efforts in qualifying campaigns and friendly matches. His performances in league matches demonstrated reliability and skill, establishing a reputation in professional football.
Played for Birmingham City
Represented Montenegro in international matches
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