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Mehmed Baždarević (born 28 September 1960) is a Bosnian professional football manager and former player. He was most recently the manager of Ligue 2 club Guingamp. Baždarević played for Bosnian side Željezničar and French outfit Sochaux, among others. Nicknamed Meša in the former Yugoslavia and Mécha in France, he is considered to be one of the best football players to come from Bosnia and Herzegovina. Internationally, Baždarević earned caps with Yugoslavia and took part in playing at UEFA Euro 1984. He also played for Bosnia and Herzegovina after the breakup of Yugoslavia in 1992. He was the first captain of the Bosnia national team. He retired as a player in 1998 and moved into management.

Quick facts about Mehmed Baždarević

  • Full name: Mehmed Baždarević
  • Born: 1960-09-28
  • Nationality: Bosnia and Herzegovina
  • Known as: Athlete
  • Wikidata ID: Q518054

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Who is Mehmed Baždarević?

Mehmed Baždarević (born 28 September 1960) is a Bosnian professional football manager and former player.

What nationality is Mehmed Baždarević?

Mehmed Baždarević is Bosnia and Herzegovina.

When was Mehmed Baždarević born?

Mehmed Baždarević was born on 1960-09-28.

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