Nemanja Nikolić

Hungarian footballer and MLS All-Star

Nemanja Nikolić - Hungarian footballer and MLS All-Star
Born

December 31st, 1987
37 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Hungary

Links & References

Born in 1987, this footballer began his career in Serbia before moving to Hungary, where he achieved significant success. He played for teams including Videoton and Ferencváros, winning multiple league titles. In 2017, he transferred to the Chicago Fire in Major League Soccer, where he became an impactful player, notably earning an MLS All-Star selection. His goal-scoring ability and tactical awareness contributed to his teams' performances on both club and international stages.

Won NB I titles with Videoton and Ferencváros

Selected as an MLS All-Star in 2017

Achieved top scorer status in Hungarian league

Other People Born on December 31st

Tess Jaray

Painter and educator with abstract artworks
Born
December 31st, 1937 87 years ago

Born in Austria and later moving to England, this painter gained recognition for contributions to abstract painting. A significant part of the artistic community, held teaching positions in various institutions, influencing a generation of artists. Engaged in extensive exhibitions, works incorporate geometric shapes and vivid colors. Participated in the British painting scene for several decades, establishing a unique style that reflected modernist influences.

Continue Reading

Nate Freiman

American baseball player, MLB debut in 2013
Born
December 31st, 1986 38 years ago

Played Major League Baseball as a first baseman. Made MLB debut with the Oakland Athletics in 2013. Played for the Atlanta Braves and the Texas Rangers in the minor leagues. Achieved success in college baseball at Duke University before entering professional baseball. Notable for hitting significant home runs during his career.

Continue Reading

Ludovic Blas

French footballer playing for Nantes
Born
December 31st, 1997 27 years ago

A professional footballer from France specialized in attacking roles. Blas began his career at the youth academy of the French club Nantes. He made significant contributions to the team's offense, helping Nantes secure the 2021 Coupe de France title. Alongside his club achievements, he has represented the French national youth teams at various levels.

Continue Reading

Jesse Carlson

American baseball player, MLB pitcher
Born
December 31st, 1980 44 years ago

A professional baseball player, established a career primarily as a pitcher in Major League Baseball (MLB). Played for the Toronto Blue Jays and the New York Mets during the 2008 and 2009 seasons. Appeared in 66 MLB games, showcasing talent in both starting and relief roles. Contributed to team efforts in regular season games as well as in high-pressure situations.

Continue Reading

Lyudmila Pakhomova

Russian ice dancer and Olympian
Born
December 31st, 1946 78 years ago
Died
1986 39 years ago — 40 years old

An accomplished ice dancer, this athlete excelled in competitive figure skating in the 1970s and 1980s. Pakhomova partnered with Alexander Gorshkov to achieve significant success in the sport, capturing several titles. The duo secured gold at the 1970 World Championships, earned Olympic gold in 1976, and won multiple European Championships. The innovative style and technical precision displayed in performances set a standard in ice dance. This dancer's contribution to the sport remains influential, as the techniques and artistry developed are still referenced in ice dance today.

Continue Reading

Charles Edward Stuart

Scottish claimant to the English throne
Born
December 31st, 1720 304 years ago
Died
1788 237 years ago — 68 years old

Claimed the English throne during the Jacobite rising of 1745. Led the rebellion aiming to restore the Stuart dynasty. Captured the city of Edinburgh and achieved a notable victory at the Battle of Prestonpans. Ultimately defeated at the Battle of Culloden in 1746, leading to the decline of Jacobite hopes. Spent subsequent years in exile and became a symbol of Scottish nationalism.

Continue Reading