Zvonimir Boban

Footballer and sports commentator

Zvonimir Boban - Footballer and sports commentator
Born

October 8th, 1968
56 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Croatia

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Played professional football as a midfielder primarily for AC Milan. Competed in three FIFA World Cups, representing Croatia. After retirement, transitioned to a career in sports commentary and analysis. Involved in football administration as a deputy chairman of the Croatian Football Federation. Played a key role in Croatia's national team success during the 1990s.

Won the UEFA Champions League with AC Milan in 1994

Captained the Croatian national team in the 1998 World Cup

Secured bronze medal with Croatia in the 1998 World Cup

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