Josip Šimunić: Biography, Facts and Career
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Josip "Joe" Šimunić (Croatian pronunciation: [jǒsip ʃǐmunitɕ]; born 18 February 1978) is a former professional footballer who played as a centre-back. Born in Australia to Bosnian Croat parents, Šimunić started his career at Melbourne Knights, then moved to Germany where he spent 14 seasons in the Bundesliga with Hamburger SV, Hertha BSC and TSG 1899 Hoffenheim before finishing his career in Croatia with Dinamo Zagreb. Šimunić played for Croatia from 2001 to 2013, appearing in five major tournaments – the 2002 and 2006 World Cups as well as the 2004, 2008 and 2012 European Championships – and is the sixth-most-capped player in the history of the Croatia national team.
Quick facts about Josip Šimunić
- Full name: Josip Šimunić
- Born: 1978-02-18
- Nationality: Croatia
- Known as: Athlete
- Wikidata ID: Q295027
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Who is Josip Šimunić?
Josip "Joe" Šimunić (Croatian pronunciation: [jǒsip ʃǐmunitɕ]; born 18 February 1978) is a former professional footballer who played as a centre-back. Born in Australia to Bosnian Croat parents, Šimunić started his career at Melbourne Knights, then moved to Germany where he spent 14 seasons in the Bundesliga with Hamburger SV, Hertha BSC and TSG 1899 Hoffenheim before finishing his career in Croatia with Dinamo Zagreb. Šimunić played for Croatia from 2001 to 2013, appearing in five major tournaments – the 2002 and 2006 World Cups as well as the 2004, 2008 and 2012 European Championships – and is the sixth-most-capped player in the history of the Croatia national team..
What nationality is Josip Šimunić?
Josip Šimunić is Croatia.
When was Josip Šimunić born?
Josip Šimunić was born on 1978-02-18.
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