Milan Milanović
Serbian footballer and defender
Born in 1991, Milanović is a Serbian footballer who played primarily as a defender. His career began at the youth academy of Red Star Belgrade, one of the most prestigious clubs in Serbia. After progressing through the ranks, he made his professional debut with Red Star Belgrade. Milanović later played for several clubs in Serbia and internationally, including stints in the Hungarian league. In addition to club football, he represented the Serbian national team at various youth levels and earned caps for the senior national team. His defensive skills and tactical awareness contributed to his teams' successes during his playing career.
Playing for Red Star Belgrade
Representing Serbia in international matches
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