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

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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

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