51 Serbia Football Team Best Players of All Time

The Serbia football team has a rich and storied history, dating back to the early 1920s when the Football Federation of the Kingdom of Serbs, Croats and Slovenes was founded in Zagreb.

Jovan Ružić was the first Serb to represent the country in international football, and his legacy has since been carried on by generations of talented players.

Serbia has produced a number of top-level players, such as Dragan Stojković and Dejan Stanković, and the team has enjoyed success in both the World Cup and the European Championship.

Serbia’s passionate fan base has always been an integral part of the team’s success and the country’s football culture is one of the most vibrant in Europe.

1. Dušan Vlahović

Juventus F.C.

Career

• 2010–2014: OFK Beograd
• 2014–2016: Partizan
• 2016–2018: Partizan
• 2018–2022: Fiorentina
• 2022: Juventus 29
• 2016–2019: Serbia U19
• 2019: Serbia U21
• 2020: Serbia

Dušan Vlahović is a young Serbian striker who was signed by Juventus in the summer of 2021. He has made his senior debut for them and scored on his first appearance.

Dušan Vlahović is tall and strong, with good dribbling skills and excellent shooting ability from distance. He will be an important player for Juventus over the next few years.

Dušan Vlahovič was born in Belgrade, Serbia in 2000 and started playing football at a very young age with local club Radnički Niš before moving to the Partizan youth team aged just 14.

In January 2019, he joined Serie A side Juve on loan until the end of the season after impressing during a short trial period earlier that year On 9 August 2021, he made his official debut for Juve as part of their 4-1 victory over Chievo Verona; scoring one goal.

what would prove to be his only appearance for the club that season Dušan Vlahović is a Serbian professional footballer who plays as a defender for Serie A club Juventus.

He made his senior debut with OFK Beograd in 2010 and has since played for Partizan, Fiorentina, and Juventus. 

Vlahović was part of the Serbia squad that won the 2016 UEFA European Championship and competed at the 2018 FIFA World Cup. 

In total he has earned 98 international caps, scoring 44 goals, most notably representing his country at Euro 2012 and the 2014 World Cup where they reached the semi-finals both times.

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2. Aleksandar Mitrović

Fulham F.C.

Career

• 2005–2011: Partizan
• 2011–2012: Teleoptik
• 2012–2013: Partizan
• 2013–2015: Anderlecht
• 2015–2018: Newcastle United
• 2018: Fulham (loan)
• 2018: Fulham
• 2011–2013: Serbia U19
• 2013–2014: Serbia U21
• 2013: Serbia

Aleksandar Mitrović is a Serbian footballer who plays for Fulham in the English Premier League. He started his career at Partizan, before moving to Teleoptik in 2011.

In 2013 he joined Partizan again and went on to score 25 goals over two seasons. At the age of just 28, Mitrović represented Serbia at the 2018 FIFA World Cup.

Where they reached the semi-finals before being eliminated by France Mitrović is a Serbian international footballer who plays as a forward for Fulham in the Premier League.

Mitrović has played club football for Anderlecht, Newcastle United, and Fulham over the course of his career. He made his international debut in 2011 and has since appeared at UEFA European Under-19 Championship and Serbia U21 level. 

In 2018 he joined Fulham on loan from Newcastle United and went on to score 17 goals during the season to help them finish 10th in the Premier League table.

Mitrović was born in Smederevo, Serbia but moved to Belgium with his family when he was young, before moving to England to play professional football for Fulham in 2012.

Also Played For: premier league fantasy football, premier league

3. Sergej Milinković-Savić

Career

• 2002–2006: Grazer AK
• 2006–2013: Vojvodina
• 2013–2014: Vojvodina
• 2014–2015: Genk
• 2015: Lazio
• 2013–2014: Serbia U19
• 2014–2015: Serbia U20
• 2014–2017: Serbia U21
• 2017: Serbia

Sergej Milinković-Savić is a midfielder for Lazio and was part of the Serbia national football team that competed at the 2018 World Cup. Sergej Milinković-Savić spent his youth career playing for Grazer AK in Austria before moving to the Serbian side Vojvodina in 2013.

Sergej Milinkovič-Savic made his debut for Serbia in a 1-0 victory over Kosovo on 10 June 2018, coming on as a substitute in the 85th minute. 

After impressing with Lazio during season 2017/2018, he signed an extension to his contract until 2021 which keeps him at the club until 2025.

He has represented Spain at under 17 levels and also played twice for their U21s squad before making his full international debut against Poland on 15 November 2017 Sergej Milinković-Savić is a Serbian professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Serie A club Lazio. 

He made his senior international debut in 2013 and has since gone on to make 39 appearances for the Serbia national team, winning seven caps.

Milinković-Savić started his career at Partizan Belgrade before moving to Genk in 2014 where he has played consistently ever since, helping them win Belgian Pro League titles in both 2015 and 2017. 

With Lazio, he reached the UEFA Champions League group stage twice (in 2018–19 and 2019–20) but was eliminated on penalties by Liverpool in the round of 16 each time.

This remains his only appearance in Europe's premier competition outside of qualifying rounds or cup competitions.

Also Played For: ss lazio, serie a

4. Dejan Joveljić

Forward

Career

• 2010: Sloga United
• 2010–2018: Red Star Belgrade
• 2016–2019: Red Star Belgrade
• 2019–2021: Eintracht Frankfurt
• 2020: Anderlecht (loan)
• 2020–2021: Wolfsberger AC (loan)
• 2021: LA Galaxy
• 2014–2015: Serbia U16
• 2015–2016: Serbia U17
• 2015–2017: Serbia U18
• 2017–2018: Serbia U19
• 2017–2019: Serbia U21
• 2021: Serbia
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 14 October 2022, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 11 June 2021

Dejan Joveljić is a 23-year-old striker who currently plays for LA Galaxy. He began his career with Sloga United in 2010 and spent four years at Red Star Belgrade before joining LA Galaxy in January 2018.

Dejan Joveljić is known for his speed, power, and ability to score goals from anywhere on the pitch. He has made several appearances for Bosnia & Herzegovina at junior level and was part of their team that won the U20 World Cup in 2017.

Dejan Joveljić is an important member of LA Galaxy's squad and will be looking to help them win trophies this season. 

Dejan Joveljić is a Serbian international footballer who plays for LA Galaxy in the United States. He has represented Serbia at various youth levels, and has made several appearances for the senior team since his debut in 2014.

Dejan Joveljić began his career with Red Star Belgrade before joining Eintracht Frankfurt on loan in 2019. After impressing during his time with Frankfurt, he moved to Anderlecht on a permanent basis later that year. 

In 2020, he signed with MLS side LA Galaxy where he continued to play regularly until being transferred to Wolfsberger AC shortly after the season ended.

Dejan Joveljić is known as an attacking midfielder who is capable of playing either centrally or wide midfield positions; this makes him very versatile within the game of football and allows him to be effective both offensively and defensively.

Also Played For: la galaxy

5. Luka Milivojević

Midfielder

Career

• 2007–2008: Radnički Kragujevac
• 2008–2012: Rad
• 2012–2013: Red Star Belgrade
• 2013–2015: Anderlecht
• 2014–2015:  Olympiacos (loan)
• 2015–2017: Olympiacos
• 2017: Crystal Palace
• 2011–2012: Serbia U21
• 2012–2020: Serbia
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 17:09, 26 December 2022 (UTC)

Luka Milivojević was born on April 7th, 1991 in Kragujevac, Serbia. He is a midfielder for Crystal Palace and has played for them since January 2016. 

At international level, he has represented Serbia at various age groups from under-17 to under-21 levels before making his senior debut in November 2014.

In total, Milivojević has made 39 appearances for Serbia including 12 as captain and 3 during the 2018 World Cup tournament where they were eliminated in the first round by Brazil. 

Outside of football, Luka is known to be an avid basketball fan and often supports Red Star Belgrade when they play abroad.[4] Luka Milivojević is a Serbian professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Crystal Palace.

He has played for Rad, Red Star Belgrade, Anderlecht and Olympiacos in his career. In 2017 he moved to Crystal Palace and has made 175 appearances since then. Luka Milivojević was born on 10 October 1991 in Kragujevac, Serbia.

Also Played For: crystal palace

6. Dušan Tadić

Midfielder

Career

• 2002–2006: Vojvodina
• 2006–2010: Vojvodina
• 2010–2012: Groningen
• 2012–2014: Twente
• 2014–2018: Southampton
• 2018: Ajax
• 2007–2010: Serbia U21
• 2008: Serbia Olympic
• 2008: Serbia
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 8 January 2023, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 2 December 2022

Dušan Tadić is a Serbian professional footballer who currently plays as a forward for Dutch club Ajax. He made his senior debut with local side Ajax in 2007 and has since established himself as one of the Netherlands' most prolific frontmen.

Tadić was part of Serbia's victorious squad at the 2018 FIFA World Cup, where he scored two goals in their campaign to reach the final. Dušan Tadić was born on 20 November 1988 in Bačka Topola, SR Serbia, SFR Yugoslavia to parents Slobodan and Dragana.

After making his senior debut with Ajax in 2007, Tadić went on to win three Eredivisie titles (2008–2010), one KNVB Cup (2009), an Europa League title (2015) and two Dutch Super Cups (2013 & 2017).

In December 2017, it was announced that he would join French side Paris Saint-Germain during the summer transfer window. However, PSG were unable to get him released by Ajax so they eventually sold him back to Amsterdam six months later.

Also Played For: fc groningen, southampton f.c

7. Filip Kostić

Juventus F.C.

Career

• 2010–2012: Radnički Kragujevac
• 2012–2014: Groningen
• 2014–2016: VfB Stuttgart
• 2016–2018: Hamburger SV
• 2018–2022: Eintracht Frankfurt
• 2022: Juventus
• 2015: Serbia
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 7 January 2023, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 2 December 2022

Filip Kostić was born on 1 November 1992 in Kragujevac, Serbia. He plays as a winger for Juventus and has made over 100 appearances for the club since joining from Radnički Niš in 2014.

Kostić represented FR Yugoslavia at under-17 level before making his senior international debut in 2013. 

He is married to former Miss Universe Srbija contestant Jelena Malović and the couple have two children together - daughter Dara (born 2016) and son Miloš (born 2018).

Filip Kostić is a Serbian-born footballer who plays as a midfielder for German Bundesliga club Eintracht Frankfurt. 

Filip began his career with hometown club Radnički Kragujevac before spending two seasons in the Netherlands with Groningen and one season in Germany with VfB Stuttgart.

In 2018, he joined Italian Serie A side Juventus on a long-term contract, making 17 appearances for them so far. Filip has represented Serbia at international level since 2015 and has made 52 appearances overall, scoring three goals.

Also Played For: hamburger sv, uefa cup

8. Marko Grujić

Career

• 2005–2013: Red Star Belgrade
• 2013–2016: Red Star Belgrade
• 2014: Kolubara (loan)
• 2016–2020: Liverpool
• 2018: Cardiff City (loan)
• 2018–2020:Hertha BSC (loan)
• 2020: Porto
• 2011–2012: Serbia U16
• 2012: Serbia U17
• 2014–2015: Serbia U19
• 2015: Serbia U20
• 2015–2017: Serbia U21
• 2016: Serbia

Grujić started his career with Red Star Belgrade in 2005. He moved to Liverpool in 2016 and made eight appearances for the club before leaving at the end of the season.

Grujić has represented Serbia at various youth levels and was a part of their Under-21 team that won the European Championship in 2017. Porto signed Grujić during the winter transfer window and he is expected to be a key player for them this season.

Marko Grujić is a Serbian footballer who currently plays for Cardiff City in the English Premier League. 

He began his career with Borac Čačak before moving to Hertha BSC in Germany on loan in 2018. After impressing at Hertha, he was signed by Porto following the conclusion of his loan spell.

Marko has represented Serbia at various youth levels and made 19 appearances for them since 2016 including an appearance at the FIFA U-20 World Cup where they reached the final. 

With over 50 senior appearances under his belt, it is no surprise that Marko is one of Europe's most experienced players when it comes to footballing matters.

Also Played For: liga portugal, fc porto

9. Nikola Milenković

Defender

Career

• 2015: Partizan
• 2015–2017: Partizan
• 2015–2016: Teleoptik (loan)
• 2017: Fiorentina
• 2017–2019: Serbia U21
• 2016: Serbia
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 7 January 2023, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 2 December 2022

Nikola Milenković was born on October 12, 1997 in Belgrade, Serbia. He is a defender and currently plays for Fiorentina. Nikola has represented his country at youth levels before making his senior debut in 2016.

Nikola is contracted to Fiorentina until 2021 Nikola Milenković is a Serbian professional footballer who plays for Serie A club Fiorentina. Nikola was born on 21st of March, 1998 in Sremska Mitrovica, Serbia. 

He started his footballing career at local side Partizan as a youngster before moving to Teleoptik in 2015 on loan where he made 13 appearances and scored 0 goals.

In 2017, Nikola joined Italian side Fiorentina and has since played 167 games for the Viola scoring 14 times including 9 caps for the Serbia U21s team which he helped qualify for the European Championships this year. 

Nikola has represented Serbia at various youth levels from U17 to U21 level and currently has 12 senior international caps to his name with 3 goals scored so far.

Also Played For: acf fiorentina

10. Luka Jović

Forward

Career

• 2005–2014: Red Star Belgrade
• 2014–2016: Red Star Belgrade
• 2016–2019: Benfica
• 2016–2017: Benfica B (loan)
• 2017–2019: Eintracht Frankfurt (loan)
• 2019–2022: Real Madrid
• 2021: Eintracht Frankfurt (loan)
• 2022: Fiorentina
• 2013–2014: Serbia U17
• 2014–2016: Serbia U19
• 2015–2019: Serbia U21
• 2018: Serbia
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 23:23, 5 January 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 22

Luka Jović is a Serbian professional footballer who plays as a striker for Serie A club Fiorentina. He made his senior debut with Red Star Belgrade in the 2013–14 season, and went on to make over 80 appearances for the club before moving to Fiorentina in 2018.

Jović has represented Serbia at youth level, including appearing at the 2014 FIFA World Cup where he scored against Brazil in their opening match of the tournament. 

Luka Jović was born on 23 December 1997 in Loznica, Serbia, FR Yugoslavia,[1] and started playing football with local side Partizan's youth system at an early age.

After impressing during trials with several top-flight clubs across Europe, aged 17 years old[4] he joined Red Star Belgrade ahead of the 2013–14 season after being scouted by then-manager Sinisa Mihajlovic.

In his first season with Red Star Belgrade,[8] Jović helped them win both domestic trophies – Serbian SuperLiga and cup – scoring 11 goals in 27 league appearances while also contributing two assists.

He became one of the youngest ever players (at 18 years 213 days) to score 50 or more goals for a single club in European competitions when he netted twice against ŠK Slovan Bratislava on 5 May 2015.

On 28 July 2018, it was announced that Luka Jović had moved from Red Star Belgrade to Serie A side Fiorentina for an undisclosed fee;[14], making him their seventh signing of the summer transfer window.

11. Nemanja Vidić

Serbia national football team

Career

• 1989–1994: Jedinstvo Užice
• 1994–1996: Sloboda Užice
• 1996–2000: Red Star Belgrade
• 2000–2004: Red Star Belgrade
• 2000–2001: Spartak Subotica (loan)
• 2004–2006: Spartak Moscow
• 2006–2014: Manchester United
• 2014–2016: Inter Milan
• 2002–2011: FR Yugoslavia /, Serbia and Montenegro /, Serbia
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Nemanja Vidić is a Serbian professional footballer who plays as a centre-back for Premier League club Manchester United and the Serbia national team. 

A product of hometown Jedinstvo Užice, Vidić made his senior debut with Red Star Belgrade in 2000 before moving to Premier League side Manchester United in 2003.

He has also played for Inter Milan and Barcelona, winning two Serie A titles with the latter. Holder of 38 international caps, Vidić represented Serbia at the 2006 World Cup and Euro 2008 finals, helping them to their first major tournament victory since 1990 at Euro 2012. 

In 2018 he captained his country to their second consecutive title win at the Russia World Cup competition.

Considered one of Europe's best defenders during his peak years, notably being named on Fifa's Best XI five times (2004–06).

Vidić was once fined by Italian football authorities after calling opposing players "cunts" live on television following a match between Juventus and AC Milan; this led him to an indefinite UEFA suspension from all competitive matches.

Retiring from international play after the 2014 World Cup qualifiers due to injury,[4][5] he announced his return for 2019 shortly before that year's edition commenced but withdrew again soon afterward citing family reasons.

After retiring from playing professionally in December 2018, Vidić began work as manager of former club Sloboda Užice.

Also Played For: fifa 2013, fk crvena zvezda

12. Matija Nastasić

FC Schalke 04

Career

• 2000–2008: ZSK Valjevo
• 2008–2010: Partizan
• 2010–2011: Partizan
• 2010–2011: Teleoptik (loan)
• 2011–2012: Fiorentina
• 2012–2015: Manchester City
• 2015–2021: Schalke 04
• 2021–2022: Fiorentina
• 2022: Mallorca
• 2009–2010: Serbia U17
• 2010–2011: Serbia U19
• 2011–2013: Serbia U21
• 2012: Serbia
• Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 9 November 2022, National team caps and goals, correct as of 29 March 2022

Matija Nastasić is a Serbian football player who currently plays for Mallorca in the Spanish La Liga. Nastasić began his career with ZSK Valjevo, before moving to Partizan in 2008.

He made over 100 appearances for Partizan before joining Mallorca in 2018. Nastasić is typically deployed as a centre-back, but he has also been used at full-back and as a defensive midfielder on occasion.

Internationally, Nastasić has represented Serbia at youth level and played at the 2009 U-17 World Cup and the 2013 U-21 European Championship tournaments. 

Matija Nastasić was born on 28 March 1993 in Valjevo, Serbia, which makes him just 29 years old at this time (2019).

Nastasić holds dual citizenship with Serbia and FR Yugoslavia having lived there until he was six years old when his family moved to Germany due to political instability during the Yugoslav Wars of 1990–1999[3]. 

Matija's father Dragoslav played professional basketball for FMP Vojvodina.

His younger brother Jovan currently plays for Energie Cottbus of German second division Bundesliga. As an youngster, Matija trained regularly with Bayern Munich Youth Team players such as Phillip Lahm Thomas Muller,[10] Mario Mandzukic.

Toni Kroos Dante Arjen Robben Serge Gnabry among others - all of whom would go on to enjoy successful senior careers playing for clubs like FC Bayern München; Borussia Dortmund; Real Madrid CF; Manchester United FC etc.

while still maintaining their links within junior circles through coaching or mentorship opportunities offered by some of Europe’s biggest clubs.

Also Played For: rcd mallorca

13. Nikola Maraš

Career

• 2010–2013: Rad
• 2013–2017: Rad
• 2017–2020: Chaves
• 2019–2020: Almería (loan)
• 2020: Almería
• 2021–2022: Rayo Vallecano (loan)
• 2022: Alavés (loan)
• 2015: Serbia U20
• 2016–2017: Serbia U21
• 2015: Serbia U23
• 2016: Serbia
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 21 December 2022, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 26 June 2019

Nikola Maraš was born in Belgrade, FR Yugoslavia on 19 December 1995. He started his youth career with Partizan before joining Rad in 2010. Nikola Maraš made his senior debut for Rad in a 2-1 loss to KRC Genk in the 2014–15 Belgian Jupiler Pro League season.

On loan from Spanish side Alavés, Nikola Maraş has played 17 matches and scored one goal for Almería this season while also helping the Andalusians reach the Copa Del Rey quarterfinals where they lost 4-1 on aggregate to Barcelona Fútbol Club de Catalunya (BFC).

The central defender is set to return to Alavés at the end of the current campaign but could join another club ahead of next year's European competition should he not be offered a new deal by Alavés or if he decides not to sign it; as such, Nikola Maras is considered one of Europe's most promising young defenders and will no doubt continue developing into an even better player over time

Also Played For: deportivo alavés

14. Miloš Veljković

Midfielder

Career

• 2000–2011: Basel
• 2011–2015: Tottenham Hotspur
• 2013–2016: Tottenham Hotspur
• 2014–2015: Middlesbrough (loan)
• 2015: Charlton Athletic (loan)
• 2016: Werder Bremen II
• 2016: Werder Bremen
• 2011: Switzerland U16
• 2012: Serbia U17
• 2013–2014: Serbia U19
• 2015: Serbia U20
• 2014–2017: Serbia U21
• 2017: Serbia

Miloš Veljković is a Swiss-born centre back who currently plays for Werder Bremen. He made his senior debut with Tottenham Hotspur in 2013 and went on to make over 200 appearances for the club, before joining Middlesbrough on loan in 2015.

At international level, he has represented Serbia at youth levels up to under-21s level, making 11 appearances thus far. 

His excellent performances at center back have seen him called up to the Serbian national team for the 2018 FIFA World Cup where they will compete in Group E alongside Croatia, Iceland and Argentina.

Miloš Veljković is considered one of the most promising young defenders in Europe and looks set to become an established fixture at whichever club he chooses next season Miloš Veljković is a Serbian professional footballer who plays as a defender for Werder Bremen II. 

He made his senior international debut in 2017 and has since appeared at the FIFA U-21 World Cup and UEFA Euro U-19 Championship.

Born on 18 October 1994, Veljković started playing football with local side Radnički Kragujevac before signing with Borussia Dortmund's youth setup in 2011. 

After impressing during loan spells with FC Twente (Netherlands) and 1. FSV Mainz 05 (Germany), he joined Bundesliga side Werder Bremen in 2016 where he has established himself as first-choice right back over the past two seasons.

Also Played For: sv werder bremen

15. Đorđe Petrović

Goalkeeper

Career

• 2014–2018: Čukarički
• 2018–2022: Čukarički
• 2018–2019: IMT (loan)
• 2022: New England Revolution
• 2022: New England Revolution II
• 2020: Serbia U21
• 2021: Serbia
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 13 October 2022, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 26 January 2023

Djordje Petrović was born on October 8th, 1999 in Požarevac, FR Yugoslavia. He started his career with Čukarički in 2014. He made his professional debut for New England Revolution in a game against Montreal Impact on March 10th, 2018.

Djordje Petrović is a goalkeeper. He has represented FR Yugoslavia at youth level. Djordje Petrović is currently a goalkeeper for New England Revolution. Petrović is a Serbian professional footballer who plays for Čukarički. He made his professional debut for Čukarički in 2018.

In May 2019, Petrović was loaned to IMT in the United States. Petrović made his debut for New England Revolution II in February 2022. Petrović has represented Serbia at U21 level. 

Petrović is a versatile midfielder who can play anywhere in the midfield. He is a hard-working player who is always looking to get the ball and help his team.

Petrović is a valuable member of Čukarički, and is expected to continue playing for the club for many years to come. Petrović is a promising young midfielder who has a lot of potential and is set to continue making contributions for years to come.

Also Played For: new england revolution

16. Ranko Veselinović

Defender

Career

• 2011–2017: Vojvodina
• 2016–2020: Vojvodina
• 2020: Vancouver Whitecaps (loan)
• 2021: Vancouver Whitecaps
• 2014–2015: Serbia U16
• 2015–2016: Serbia U17
• 2016–2017: Serbia U18
• 2017–2018: Serbia U19
• 2017–2019: Serbia U21
• 2021: Serbia
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 16 October 2022, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 26 January 2023

Ranko Veselinović is a young centre-back who currently plays for Vancouver Whitecaps. Veselinovic started his career with Vojvodina before moving to Vancouver Whitecaps in 2017.

Veselinovic is known for his strong defence and is a regular for the Montenegrin national team. Ranko Veselinovic is one of the most promising young players in the world and is sure to make a name for himself in the near future.

Ranko Veselinović is a Serbian footballer who plays as a midfielder for Vancouver Whitecaps in the MLS. Veselinović began his career with Serbian side FK Vojvodina before moving to MLS side Vancouver Whitecaps in 2016. 

Veselinović has made 58 appearances for Vancouver and scored 18 goals, including two in the 2020 MLS season.

Veselinović has also represented Serbia at U16, U17, U18 and U19 level. Ranko Veselinović is a hardworking midfielder who is always looking to get forward. 

Veselinović is an important part of the Vancouver Whitecaps team and is expected to feature in their future plans. Veselinović is a fast, technical player who can play in any midfield position.

Ranko Veselinović is a valuable member of the Serbian national team and is widely considered to be one of the best young midfielders in Europe. Ranko Veselinović is a player who is likely to continue his success in the MLS and international level.

Also Played For: vancouver whitecaps fc

17. Branislav Ivanović

Defender

Career

• 2002–2004: Srem
• 2004–2006: OFK Beograd
• 2006–2008: Lokomotiv Moscow
• 2008–2017: Chelsea
• 2017–2020: Zenit Saint Petersburg
• 2020–2021: West Bromwich Albion
• 2003–2007: Serbia U21
• 2005–2018: Serbia

Ivanović is a defender who has played for Chelsea and Zenit Saint Petersburg in the Premier League. Ivanović was born in 1984 in Sremska Mitrovica, SR Serbia, SFR Yugoslavia.

Ivanović made his professional debut for Srem in 2002 and went on to play for OFK Beograd, Lokomotiv Moscow, and Chelsea. Ivanović joined Zenit Saint Petersburg in 2017 and has since played 90 games for the club.

Branislav Ivanović is a Serbian professional footballer who plays as a defender for Premier League club West Bromwich Albion. 

Ivanović made his professional debut for Serbian club Red Star Belgrade in 2003, before transferring to Premier League side West Bromwich Albion in January 2019.

Ivanović has represented Serbia at international level since 2005, earning 105 caps and scoring 13 goals. 

Ivanović was part of the Serbia side that finished runner-up at the UEFA European Under-21 Championship in 2004 and 2007. Ivanović is a regular for Serbia at international level, and was an unused substitute for their appearance at the 2018 FIFA World Cup.

Ivanović is eligible to play for Montenegro, as his father was born in the country. Ivanović is a defender by trade, but has also played as a midfielder and forward for Serbian club Red Star Belgrade. 

Ivanović is an aggressive and tenacious player, known for his hard-tackling and robust defending. Ivanović is a devout Christian, and has spoken about his faith impacting his football career.

Also Played For: chelsea f.c

18. Strahinja Eraković

Defender

Career

• 2010–2019: Red Star Belgrade
• 2019–: Red Star Belgrade
• 2019–2020: Grafičar Beograd (loan)
• 2017–2018: Serbia U17
• 2019–2020: Serbia U19
• 2021: Serbia U20
• 2020–2022: Serbia U21
• 2022: Serbia
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 18 February 2023, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 18 November 2022

Eraković was born on January 22, 2001 in Batajnica, FR Yugoslavia. He started his youth career with his local side, FK Batajnica. Eraković joined Red Star Belgrade in 2018.

Eraković is a centre-back. Eraković has made one senior appearance for Red Star Belgrade. Eraković is a young player with a lot of potential. Eraković is a popular player with the Red Star Belgrade fans.

Eraković is a member of the Serbia U17 team. Eraković has a lot of potential and is destined for great things. Strahinja Eraković is a Serbian football player who plays for Red Star Belgrade. He has also played for Grafičar Beograd on loan.

Eraković has made 66 appearances for Red Star Belgrade, scoring no goals. He has also made 7 appearances for Serbia U19 and 1 appearance for Serbia U20. 

Eraković is a versatile player who can play as a defender or midfielder. Eraković has represented Serbia at U17, U19, and U21 level.

He is set to represent Serbia at U20 level in 2020. Eraković is a hard-working player who is known for his defensive work. 

He is also known for his free-kick taking ability. Eraković is a popular player with the Red Star Belgrade fans. He is set to play for Serbia at the 2020 European Championships.

19. Siniša Mihajlović

Defender

Career

• 1986–1988: Borovo
• 1988–1990: Vojvodina
• 1990–1992: Red Star Belgrade
• 1992–1994: Roma
• 1994–1998: Sampdoria
• 1998–2004: Lazio
• 2004–2006: Inter Milan
• 1991–2003: FR Yugoslavia
• 2008–2009: Bologna
• 2009–2010: Catania
• 2010–2011: Fiorentina
• 2012–2013: Serbia
• 2013–2015: Sampdoria
• 2015–2016: A.C. Milan
• 2016–2018: Torino
• 2018: Sporting CP
• 2019–2022: Bologna

Mihajlović was born in Vukovar, SR Croatia, SFR Yugoslavia in 1969 and played for Borovo, Vojvodina and Red Star Belgrade before joining Roma in 1994. 

He spent 12 seasons with the Italian side, making 126 appearances and winning two Serie A titles.

Mihajlović retired from professional football in 2004, having played for Lazio for 20 years. He later became a manager, taking charge of Fiorentina in 2010.

However, he was sacked after only six months in charge. Mihajlović died in Rome, Italy, aged 53, in December 2022, after a long battle with illness.

He is survived by his wife, two daughters and son. Mihajlović was an attacking full-back who was known for his pace, crossing and shooting. 

He was also a hard-working and disciplined player, often going to ground to win the ball back. Mihajlović was a member of the Yugoslavia national team, making his debut in 1988.

He made 54 appearances and won a bronze medal at the 1992 Olympic Games. Siniša Mihajlović is remembered as one of the best defenders in Roma's history. 

He was a key part of the side that won two Serie A titles in the 1990s, as well as the team that reached the semi-finals of the Champions League in 2004.

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20. Dragan Stojković

Career

• 1979–1981: Radnički Niš
• 1981–1986: Radnički Niš
• 1986–1990: Red Star Belgrade
• 1990–1994: Marseille
• 1991–1992: Verona (loan)
• 1994–2001: Nagoya Grampus Eight
• 1983–2001: Yugoslavia[1]
• 2008–2013: Nagoya Grampus
• 2015–2020: Guangzhou R&F
• 2021: Serbia

Dragan Stojković is a Serbian football administrator and coach. He has served as the president of the Football Association of Serbia and Montenegro (FAS) since 2001.

Stojković began his football career with Partizan in 1982. He won the Yugoslav Championship with the club in 1988 and the Serbian Cup in 1989. Stojković moved to Italy in 1990 and joined Juventus.

He won the Italian Cup with the club in 1991 and the Italian Supercup in 1992. Stojković moved to Spain in 1993 and joined Barcelona. He won the Spanish Cup with the club in 1994 and the Spanish Supercup in 1995.

Stojković moved back to Serbia in 1996 and joined Partizan. He won the Serbian Championship with the club in 1998 and the Serbian Cup in 1999. Stojković joined Ajax in 2000 and won the Dutch Cup with the club in 2001.

He also won the Dutch Supercup in 2001. Stojković moved to FAS in 2001 and served as the president of the football association until 2005. He also served as the head coach of the Serbia national football team from 2002 to 2004.

Stojković has also served as a football referee. He was a referee in the 1998 World Cup and the 2000 European Championship. Stojković is currently the head coach of the Serbia national football team.

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21. Stefan Mitrović

Career

• 2003–2008: Red Star Belgrade
• 2008–2009: Rad Belgrade
• 2009–2010: Petržalka
• 2011: Zbrojovka Brno
• 2011–2012: Metalac Gornji Milanovac
• 2012–2013: Kortrijk
• 2013–2014: Benfica B
• 2014: Real Valladolid (loan)
• 2014–2015: SC Freiburg
• 2015–2018: Gent
• 2018–2021: Strasbourg
• 2021: Getafe
• 2014: Serbia
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 23:11, 30 December 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 28 November 2022

Stefan Mitrović is a Serbian professional footballer who plays as a centre-back for Spanish club Getafe. Mitrović started his career at Red Star Belgrade, before moving to Rad Belgrade in 2008.

He made his debut for Serbia and Montenegro in a 2010 World Cup qualifying match against Azerbaijan, and has since made over 50 appearances for his country. Mitrović joined Spanish club Getafe in January 2017.

He has won three league titles with Getafe, as well as the 2016 Europa League. Mitrović is a regular member of the Serbian national team, and has been named in their squads for the 2018 World Cup and Euro 2020.

Stefan Mitrović was born in Belgrade, SR Serbia, SFR Yugoslavia on 22 May 1990. He is 1.89 metres (6 feet 2 inches) tall and has played at centre-back for both his club and country. Stefan Mitrović joined Spanish club Getafe in January 2017.

Also Played For: getafe cf

22. Srđan Babić

Defender

Career

• 2011–2014: Vojvodina
• 2014–2015: Vojvodina
• 2015–2017: Real Sociedad B
• 2016–2017: Reus (loan)
• 2017–2021: Red Star Belgrade
• 2020–2021: Famalicão (loan)
• 2021: Almería
• 2012: Serbia U17
• 2013–2015: Serbia U19
• 2014–2015: Serbia U20
• 2015–2019: Serbia U21
• 2022: Serbia

Srđan Babić is a Bosnian-born centre-back who currently plays for Spanish side Almería. Babić made his senior debut for Vojvodina in 2014 and has since gone on to feature for the club in 32 appearances.

Babić is a quick and strong defender who is known for his hard tackling. Babić has represented Bosnia and Herzegovina at under-19, under-20 and under-21 level. Babić is a regular for the Bosnia and Herzegovina national team and made his senior debut in 2017.

Babić is contracted to Almería until 2020. Babić is a nominee for the 2017–18 Bosnia and Herzegovina Prva Liga Player of the Year. 

Babić has been linked with a move to Premier League side Manchester United. Babić is a popular figure within the Almería squad and is a fans' favourite.

Srđan Babić is a Serbian professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Spanish club Reus and the Serbia national team. 

Babić started his career at Serbian club Red Star Belgrade, before joining Spanish side Reus in 2017. He has represented Serbia at the U-20 and U-21 levels, and made his senior international debut in 2018.

Babić is known for his strong passing and dribbling ability. In February 2019, he was loaned to Brazilian club Almería. Babić has represented Serbia at youth levels, including at the FIFA U-20 World Cup in 2015. 

He is contracted to Red Star Belgrade until 2021. Babić is of Bosnian descent. He was born on 12 February 1996.

23. Filip Mladenović

Serbia national football team

Career

• 2010–2011: Borac Čačak
• 2012–2013: Red Star Belgrade
• 2014–2015: BATE Borisov
• 2016: 1. FC Köln
• 2017: Standard Liège
• 2018–2020: Lechia Gdańsk
• 2020: Legia Warsaw
• 2011–2012: Serbia U21
• 2012: Serbia
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 12 February 2023, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 24 November 2022

Filip Mladenović joined Legia Warsaw during the summer of 2021. Mladenović played for Čačak before moving to Serbia to play for Red Star Belgrade. 

Injuries kept Mladenović sidelined for much of the early part of his senior career, but he has since regained his place in the Legia Warsaw lineup.

Mladenović is a left back who is known for his dribbling and crossing ability. Mladenović has represented Serbia at youth international level. 

Mladenović is hoping to help Legia Warsaw win the Polish Premier League and qualify for the Champions League. Filip Mladenović is 31 years old and 1.81 m tall.

Filip Mladenović is a Serbian footballer who currently plays for Polish side Legia Warsaw. He has also played for Borac Čačak and Red Star Belgrade. 

Mladenović began his career with Borac Čačak, before moving to Red Star Belgrade in 2012. He was a regular for the side until he left in 2015 to join BATE Borisov.

Mladenović joined FC Köln in 2016, but left the club the following year to join 1. FC Köln again. He was sold to Legia Warsaw in 2017. Mladenović has represented Serbia at youth level, and made his full international debut in 2011. 

He has since played 21 times, and scored seven goals. Mladenović is a hard-working midfielder who is known for his passing and ability to create chances for his team.

He is a set-piece taker as well. Legia Warsaw are currently in the Europa League, and have a chance of making it to the Champions League. 

Mladenović has played a big part in their success so far. Mladenović is a key player for Legia Warsaw and is one of the most important players in the squad. He is contracted to the club until 2020. Filip Mladenović is a talented midfielder who is a big part of the Legia Warsaw squad.

He is a hard-working player who is known for his passing ability and his ability to create chances for his team. He is also a good set-piece taker. 

Mladenović is a good player who is currently playing for one of the biggest clubs in Poland. He has a lot of potential and is likely to continue playing at a high level for many years to come.

Also Played For: ekstraklasa

24. Nemanja Maksimović

Midfielder

Career

• 2002–2007: Omladinac Loznica
• 2007–2013: Red Star Belgrade
• 2013: Hellas Verona
• 2013: Domžale
• 2013–2015: Domžale
• 2015–2017: Astana
• 2017–2018: Valencia
• 2018: Getafe
• 2013–2014: Serbia U19
• 2015: Serbia U20
• 2015–2017: Serbia U21
• 2016: Serbia

Maksimović started his career in his home country of Serbia with Gučevo Banja Koviljača. After impressing at youth level, he moved to Red Star Belgrade in 2013.

In Italy, he played for Hellas Verona and then Domžale. He joined Spanish side Getafe in the summer of 2019. Maksimović has made over 100 appearances for Serbia, and was part of the team that qualified for the World Cup in Russia.

He is a versatile midfielder who can play as a defensive or attacking midfielder. Maksimović is a hard-working player who is known for his good passing and tackling. He is a key part of Getafe's midfield, and is often used in defensive or counter-attack roles.

Maksimović is expected to be a key player for Getafe in the 2019–20 season. Nemanja Maksimović is a Serbian professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Spanish club Valencia and the Serbia national team. 

Maksimović started his career with Serbian club Partizan, before joining Spanish side Valencia in 2017.

He has represented Serbia at the U-19 and U-21 levels, and made his senior international debut in March 2018. Maksimović has also been capped by the Serbia national team at European Championships and World Cup qualifiers. 

He has played in the UEFA Champions League, Europa League, and Copa del Rey. Maksimović was named the Serbian Footballer of the Year in 2018.

He is married to Spanish model Dasha Karpovich. Maksimović was born in Belgrade, Serbia, on 5 December 1994. Maksimović is a product of Partizan's youth academy.

Also Played For: fc astana

25. Andrija Živković

Serbia national football team

Career

• 2009–2013: Partizan
• 2013–2016: Partizan
• 2016–2020: Benfica
• 2020: PAOK
• 2011–2013: Serbia U17
• 2014–2015: Serbia U19
• 2014–2015: Serbia U20
• 2013–2019: Serbia U21
• 2013: Serbia

Andrija Živković is a Serbian footballer who currently plays for PAOK. Nacional Niš and then joined Partizan in 2013. Partizan and scored 17 goals. Winger and is currently contracted to PAOK until 2020.

Serbia at various youth levels Živković is 26 years old and stands at 1.69 meters tall. PAOK and is expected to feature in their upcoming UEFA Europa League qualifying campaign. 

PAOK and is expected to lead the team in terms of goals scored during the upcoming season.

Živković is a fast andskilled winger and is expected to have a bright future in football. Andrija Živković is a Serbian professional footballer who plays as a striker for Portuguese club Benfica. 

Serbia at the international level, and was a member of the team that reached the final of the FIFA U-20 World Cup in 2015.

Serbian club sides U21 and U20, and has scored 32 goals in total. 4. Živković is a fast and powerful striker, and has been described as a "talented player with great potential". 

Serbia at the 2020 Olympic Games in Tokyo. Belgrade fan, and is often seen in the stands at home games of his club. Zoran Živković. Benfica, and is contracted until 2020.

Serbia's national team, and is regarded as one of the most promising young players in Europe.

Also Played For: football manager 2016, super league greece

26. Predrag Rajković

Stade de Reims

Career

• 2002–2009: Hajduk Veljko
• 2009–2013: Jagodina
• 2012–2013: Jagodina
• 2013–2015: Red Star Belgrade
• 2015–2019: Maccabi Tel Aviv
• 2019–2022: Reims
• 2022: Mallorca
• 2010–2011: Serbia U16
• 2011–2013: Serbia U17
• 2013–2014: Serbia U19
• 2015: Serbia U20
• 2013: Serbia U21
• 2013: Serbia: 28

Predrag Rajković is a Serbian goalkeeper who is currently playing for Spanish side, Mallorca. He started his career at Serbian side, Hajduk Veljko before moving to Israeli side, Maccabi Tel Aviv in 2015.

Rajković has played 136 matches for Maccabi Tel Aviv, keeping 36 clean sheets. He was a part of the Serbia national team at the 2018 World Cup. Predrag Rajković is currently considered to be one of the best goalkeepers in the world.

He is married to Serbian model, Ivana Jovanović. Predrag Rajković is a devout Christian and has spoken about his faith in the past. He has two children. Predrag Rajković is a natural goalkeeper and is not afraid of making difficult saves.

Predrag Rajković is a Serbian footballer who currently plays for Reims in the French Ligue 1. Predrag Rajković has represented Serbia at youth international level and was a part of their squad that won the FIFA U-20 World Cup in 2015. 

Predrag Rajković's first club was FK Beograd, where he made 126 appearances and scored 36 goals.

Predrag Rajković joined French side Reims in 2018 and has since made 20 appearances and scored one goal. Predrag Rajković is a versatile player who can play as a striker or as a midfielder. 

Predrag Rajković is coming up to the age of 24 and has plenty of potential to improve upon. Predrag Rajković is a hard-working player who is always looking to put in a good performance.

Predrag Rajković is a valuable member of the Reims squad and is someone the club hope can improve their fortunes in the future.

27. Mijat Gaćinović

AEK Athens F.C.

Career

• 2013–2015: Vojvodina
• 2015–2020: Eintracht Frankfurt
• 2020–2022: Hoffenheim
• 2022: Panathinaikos (loan)
• 2022: AEK Athens
• 2017: Serbia

Gaćinović is a versatile midfielder who has played for AEK Athens since 2017. Gaćinović began his career with Leotar before moving to Vojvodina. He has made 50 appearances for AEK, scoring 12 goals.

Gaćinović is a member of the Serbia national team. Born and raised in Frankfurt, Germany, Gaćinović started his footballing career at local side Eintracht Frankfurt. After making 117 appearances for Eintracht, he joined Hoffenheim in 2020.

Gaćinović made his international debut for Serbia in 2017. He joined Panathinaikos on loan in 2022 and helped the club win the Greek Cup. 

Gaćinović is set to join AEK Athens permanently in 2022. Mijat Gaćinović is a versatile midfielder, who is capable of playing as a defensive midfielder, central midfielder, or winger.

His strengths lie in his passing and crossing ability. Gaćinović is a hard worker who is always looking to put in a good performance for his team. 

Mijat Gaćinović is an important member of the Serbia national team and is expected to play a key role in their future performances.

28. Darko Lazović

Forward

Career

• 1996–2007: Borac Čačak
• 2007–2009: Borac Čačak
• 2009–2015: Red Star Belgrade
• 2015–2019: Genoa
• 2019: Hellas Verona
• 2011–2012: Serbia U21
• 2008: Serbia
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 23:26, 13 February 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 24 November 2022

Lazović is a talented winger who has spent the majority of his career playing for Red Star Belgrade. Lazović was born in Čačak, SFR Yugoslavia in 1990. Lazović joined Red Star Belgrade in 2006 and has since made over 200 appearances for the club.

Lazović has been capped at international level by Serbia and has scored 11 goals in total. Lazović joined Hellas Verona in the summer of 2017 and has made an impressive start to his career with the Italian club. Lazović is a versatile player who can play as a winger or as a striker.

Lazović is a hard-working player who is always looking to help his team score goals. Lazović is a key member of Hellas Verona and is expected to help the club achieve success in the Italian Serie A. 

Darko Lazović is a Serbian footballer who plays as a defender for Italian club Hellas Verona.

Lazović began his career with Borac Čačak before joining Red Star Belgrade in 2007. Lazović won the Serbian championship with Red Star in 2009. 

Lazović joined Genoa in 2015 and helped the club to the Serie A title in his first season. Lazović has represented Serbia at international level and has made 43 appearances.

Lazović is a regular fixture for Serbia and was part of their squad for the 2018 World Cup. Lazović is an experienced defender and is known for his strong tackling. 

Lazović is an important member of Hellas Verona and is expected to help the club to promotion this season. Lazović is set to retire at the end of the 2019–20 season.

Also Played For: hellas verona f.c

29. Ivan Ilić

Midfielder

Career

• 2008: Filip Filipović
• 2008–2016: Real Niš
• 2016–2017: Red Star Belgrade
• 2017: Red Star Belgrade
• 2017–2020: Manchester City
• 2018–2019: Zemun (loan)
• 2019–2020: NAC Breda (loan)
• 2020: Hellas Verona
• 2023: Torino (loan)
• 2016: Serbia U16
• 2016−2018: Serbia U17
• 2019: Serbia U19
• 2019–2022: Serbia U21
• 2021: Serbia
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 22:22, 21 January 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 24 November 2022

Ivan Ilić is a 21-year-old defensive midfielder who currently plays for Torino on loan from Hellas Verona. He has previously played for Real Niš, Red Star Belgrade, and was part of the Serbia U21 team that won the 2017 U21 European Championship.

Ivan Ilić was born on March 17, 2001 in Niš, FR Yugoslavia. Ivan Ilić is 1.82 m (6 ft 0 in) tall and he is a defensive midfielder. Ivan Ilić started his career with Filipović in 2008. Ivan Ilić joined Red Star Belgrade in 2016 and helped the club win the Serbian SuperLiga.

In 2017, Ivan Ilić helped Serbia win the U21 European Championship. Ivan Ilić was loaned to Torino in Italy in January 2018. 

Ivan Ilić is a member of the Serbia national team and he made his international debut in February 2018. Ivan Ilić is a Serbian professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Hellas Verona.

Ivan Ilić began his career at Red Star Belgrade, before moving to Manchester City in 2017. Ivan Ilić made his international debut for Serbia in 2016. 

Ivan Ilić was loaned to NAC Breda and Hellas Verona in 2018. Ivan Ilić returned to Manchester City in 2019. Ivan Ilić is a regular for Serbia's U21 team. Ivan Ilić is contracted to Manchester City until 2020.

Ivan Ilić is a midfielder with good passing ability. Ivan Ilić is a Serbian international and is expected to be a part of the Serbia national team for many years to come.

30. Nikola Maksimović

Serbia national football team

Career

• 2008–2010: Sevojno
• 2010–2012: Sloboda Užice
• 2012–2013: Red Star Belgrade
• 2013–2016: Torino
• 2016–2021: Napoli
• 2018: Spartak Moscow (loan)
• 2021: Genoa
• 2012–2020: Serbia
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 17:15, 29 June 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 3 September 2020

Nikola Maksimović is a Serbian footballer who plays as a centre-back for Serie A club Torino. Maksimović started his career at Kosmos Bajina Bašta before joining Sloga Bajina Bašta in 2009.

He made his Serbian SuperLiga debut for Partizan in 2012, and also played for Red Star Belgrade, Radnički Niš and Torino in the following seasons. He represented Serbia at the 2012 Olympics, and played at the 2014 and 2018 World Cups.

Maksimović was named Torino captain for the 2018–19 season. Nikola Maksimović made his senior debut with Sevojno in 2008 and has since played for Sloboda Užice, Red Star Belgrade, Torino and Napoli. He has represented Serbia at international level.

Nikola Maksimović is a versatile defender and has played in a number of positions for his clubs, including centre-back, right-back and defensive midfield. Nikola Maksimović is a hard-working player and is known for his ability to read the game and make interceptions.

Nikola Maksimović has been a regular for Napoli since joining the club in 2016 and has helped Napoli to win two Serie A titles. 

Nikola Maksimović is a free agent at the end of the 2021-22 season and could be available for transfer. Nikola Maksimović is a Kosovo international and has earned five caps.

Also Played For: italian serie b

31. Mihailo Ristić

Career

• 2010−2012: Rudar Ugljevik
• 2013−2014: Red Star Belgrade
• 2013−2017: Red Star Belgrade
• 2017–2018: Krasnodar
• 2018:  Sparta Prague (loan)
• 2019–2022: Montpellier
• 2022: Benfica
• 2013−2014: Serbia U19
• 2016−2017: Serbia U21
• 2015: Serbia U23
• 2016: Serbia
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 22:54, 6 November 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 01

Ristić was born in Bosnia and Herzegovina in 1995. He began his football career playing for Rudar Ugljevik. In 2016, Ristić joined Benfica. Ristić has made 23 appearances for Benfica and has been a regular left-back for the club.

Ristić is a defensive midfielder by trade and has also been used as a left back for Benfica. Ristić is a versatile player who can play in a number of positions. 

Ristić is a young player with a lot of potential, and he is likely to continue to play for Benfica for many years to come.

Ristić is a talented player who is capable of making a significant contribution to Benfica's success. Ristić is a hard working player who is always looking to improve his game. 

Mihailo Ristić is a Serbian professional footballer who plays as a central defender for Sparta Prague. Ristić began his career with Red Star Belgrade, where he made 78 appearances and scored 7 goals.

In 2017, Ristić joined Krasnodar on a four-year contract. He made his Russian Premier League debut for Krasnodar on 27 August 2017 in a 3–1 victory over Terek Grozny. Ristić moved to Sparta Prague on a season-long loan in January 2018. 

He made his debut for Sparta Prague on 14 February 2018 in a 2–2 draw against Slovak side MFK Košice. Ristić has represented Serbia at U19, U21, and U23 levels.

He made his senior international debut for Serbia on 27 March 2016 in a 4–0 victory over San Marino. He has won 5 caps for Serbia, and has scored 1 goal.

Also Played For: sl benfica, s.l. benfica

32. Nemanja Matić

Midfielder

Career

• 1993–1997: Vrelo
• 1997–2000: Obrenovac 1905
• 2000–2004: Red Star Belgrade
• 2004: Partizan
• 2004–2005: Jedinstvo Ub
• 2005–2007: Kolubara
• 2007–2009: Košice
• 2009–2011: Chelsea
• 2010–2011:  Vitesse (loan)
• 2011–2014: Benfica
• 2014–2017: Chelsea
• 2017–2022: Manchester United
• 2022: Roma
• 2008–2010: Serbia U21
• 2008–2019: Serbia
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 23:09, 16 February 2023 (UTC)

Nemanja Matić is a Serbian defensive midfielder who has played for Roma since 2016. He made his debut for Obrenovac 1905 in a 2-1 victory over Partizan in the 1997 Serbian Cup.

Matić spent four seasons at Red Star Belgrade, making over 150 appearances and winning two Serbian Cups in 2003 and 2004. He made his international debut for Serbia in a 2006 friendly against Cyprus.

He played at the 2014 World Cup and the 2018 World Cup, helping Serbia reach the latter stages. Matić is a regular member of the Serbia national team. He has represented his country at three UEFA European Championships (2008, 2012, 2016).

Matić was born in Šabac, SFR Yugoslavia, but he has spent most of his career playing in Italy. A world-renowned midfielder, Nemanja Matić is one of the most decorated players in all of European football. 

He has won numerous honours with clubs such as Partizan, Chelsea and Manchester United, and was named in the UEFA Team of the Year in both 2013 and 2017.

A hard-working player, Matić is known for his determination in the middle of the park and his ability to create chances for his teammates. He is also a highly effective passer, capable of setting up goals for his team mates. 

Matić has represented Serbia at international level, and was a part of the team that reached the semi-finals of the 2018 World Cup. He is also a two-time winner of the Serbian Footballer of the Year award.

Matić is set to join Roma in the summer of 2022, and is widely considered to be one of the best midfielders in the world. He is sure to add further prestige to the club and help them compete for honours in the Italian top flight. 

Nemanja Matić is a top-class player and is sure to be a major contributor to whichever club he joins next. He is a true legend in the world of football and is sure to continue to make a significant impact on the game for many years to come.

33. Dejan Stanković

Serbia national football team

Career

• 1985–1992: Teleoptik
• 1992–1995: Red Star Belgrade
• 1995–1998: Red Star Belgrade
• 1998–2004: Lazio
• 2004–2013: Inter Milan
• 1998–2013: FR Yugoslavia, Serbia and Montenegro, Serbia
• 2014–2015: Udinese (assistant)
• 2019–2022: Red Star Belgrade
• 2022: Sampdoria
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Dejan Stanković is a Serbian footballer who plays as a midfielder for Sampdoria. He began his career at Teleoptik before moving to Red Star Belgrade in 1992.

He made his international debut for Serbia in 1998 and has since played at Euro 2000, the 2002 World Cup, and the 2006 World Cup. He has also represented his country at the Olympic Games twice, in 2004 and 2008.

He has won two Serie A titles and one Coppa Italia with Sampdoria. He is the father of footballers Dušan Stanković and Nemanja Stanković. 

He retired from professional football in 2013. He was named the head coach of Sampdoria in November of that year.

He is a member of the Serbian Football Association Hall of Fame. Dejan Stankovic is a Serbian football player who has played for Inter Milan and Lazio. 

He also played for FR Yugoslavia, making 103 appearances and scoring 15 goals. He has been an assistant manager at Udinese since 2014.

34. Aleksandar Kolarov

Serbia national football team

Career

• 2004–2006: Čukarički
• 2006–2007: OFK Beograd
• 2007–2010: Lazio
• 2010–2017: Manchester City
• 2017–2020: Roma
• 2020–2022: Inter Milan
• 2006–2007: Serbia U21
• 2008–2020: Serbia
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Aleksandar Kolarov is a Serbian professional footballer who plays as a defender for Premier League club Manchester City and the Serbia national team. Kolarov started his career at Red Star Belgrade, before moving to Italy to play for Obilić and then Čukarički.

Kolarov made his international debut for Serbia in 2006 and has since won over 50 caps, scoring six goals. 

Kolarov was part of the Serbia side that reached the final of the 2014 World Cup, where they were beaten by Brazil. Kolarov joined Manchester City in January 2017 and has since helped the club win the Premier League and the Champions League.

Kolarov represented Serbia at the 2018 FIFA World Cup, where they reached the semi-finals. Kolarov is married and has two children. Aleksandar Kolarov was born on 10 November 1985 in Belgrade, Serbia. 

He is 1.87 metres tall and plays as a defender for Premier League club Manchester City. Kolarov started his career at Red Star Belgrade and played for Obilić and Čukarički before moving to Italy to play for both Obilić and then Čukarički.

He made his international debut for Serbia in 2006 and has since won over 50 caps, scoring six goals. He was part of the Serbia side that reached the final of the 2014 World Cup, where they were beaten by Brazil. 

Kolarov joined Manchester City in January 2017 and has since helped the club win the Premier League and the Champions League. Kolarov represented Serbia at the 2018 FIFA World Cup, where they reached the semi-finals. He is married and has two children.

35. Vanja Milinković-Savić

Goalkeeper

Career

• 2006–2014: Vojvodina
• 2014–2015: Manchester United
• 2014–2015: Vojvodina (loan)
• 2015–2017: Lechia Gdańsk
• 2017: Torino
• 2018–2019: SPAL (loan)
• 2019: Ascoli (loan)
• 2019–2020: Standard Liège (loan)
• 2013–2014: Serbia U17
• 2014–2016: Serbia U19
• 2014–2015: Serbia U20
• 2016–2017: Serbia U21
• 2021: Serbia

Vanja Milinković-Savić is a goalkeeper who currently plays for Torino in Italy's Serie A. She has played for Vojvodina in Serbia and Manchester United in England.

She was born on 20 February 1997 in Orense, Spain. She is 2.02 metres (6 feet 8 inches) tall. She made her professional debut for Vojvodina in 2014 and for Manchester United in 2015.

She is a member of the Spain national under-19 team. She has two sisters and one brother. She is a student at the University of Turin. 

She is a member of the Spanish national team. Vanja Milinković-Savić is a talented and experienced midfielder who has played for some of the biggest clubs in Europe.

He has represented Serbia at youth international level, and was part of the side that won the FIFA U-20 World Cup in 2015. He signed for Lechia Gdańsk in 2015, but left the club in 2017 to join Torino. 

He joined SPAL on a loan in 2018, and has since made eight appearances for the club. He has also been loaned out to Ascoli and Standard Liège, and has so far featured for both sides.

He is currently contracted to Standard Liège, and is rumoured to be joining Manchester United in the near future. He is a highly-rated midfielder, and is expected to be a key player for Serbia in the future. He is a versatile player, and can play in any midfield position.

36. Nemanja Radonjić

Forward

Career

• 2013: Partizan
• 2013–2014: Viitorul Constanța
• 2014–2015: Roma
• 2014–2015: Empoli (loan)
• 2014–2017: Roma
• 2016–2017: Čukarički (loan)
• 2017–2018: Red Star Belgrade
• 2018: Marseille
• 2021: Hertha BSC (loan)
• 2021–2022: Benfica (loan)
• 2022: Torino (loan)
• 2012–2013: Serbia U17
• 2013–2014: Serbia U18
• 2014–2015: Serbia U19
• 2016–2017: Serbia U20
• 2016–2019: Serbia U21
• 2017: Serbia
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 23:14, 10 February 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 2 December 2022

Nemanja Radonjić is a Serbian footballer who plays as a winger for Italian side Torino on loan from Marseille. 

He made his professional debut with Železničar Niš in 2013 and went on to play for Medijana, Radnički Niš, Partizan and Roma before joining Marseille in January 2017.

Radonjić has represented Serbia at youth level and made his senior debut in March 2018. He played at the 2018 FIFA World Cup. 

He has been described as a fast and skillful player who is capable of playing in a number of positions. Radonjić is a member of the Serbian national team and is eligible to play for Serbia at international level.

He is a son of former footballer Vlado Radonjić. Nemanja Radonjić is married to Ana and has two children. Radonjić is a devout Muslim and follows the Islamic faith.

37. Miloš Ninković

Midfielder

Career

• 2002–2004: Čukarički
• 2004–2013: Dynamo Kyiv
• 2013: Évian (loan)
• 2013–2014: Red Star Belgrade
• 2014–2015: Évian
• 2015: Évian II (loan)
• 2015–2022: Sydney FC
• 2022: Western Sydney Wanderers
• 2009–2012: Serbia
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 19 February 2023, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 11 October 2015

Born in Belgrade, Miloš Ninković began his career at the local club Partizan. He then spent a season with Russian side Krylia Sovetov Samara before joining Dutch side FC Twente in 2007.

Ninković spent four seasons with Twente, making over 100 appearances. In January 2013, he signed for the Ukrainian side Dynamo Kyiv. 

Ninković helped Dynamo Kyiv win the Ukrainian Cup in his first season with the club, and also made 20 appearances in the Ukrainian Premier League.

Ninković left Dynamo Kyiv in May 2017, joining Western Sydney Wanderers. He has made over 100 appearances for Western Sydney Wanderers, scoring 8 goals. 

Ninković represented Serbia at the international level, making his debut in 2006. He retired from international duty in 2013. 

Miloš Ninković is one of the most experienced Serbian footballers, having played for Čukarički and Dynamo Kyiv in both the Serbian and Ukrainian leagues.

He joined Évian in 2013 on a temporary basis and made an immediate impact, scoring five goals in 17 appearances. He then moved to Red Star Belgrade on a permanent basis in 2014, but only made 27 appearances due to injury. 

In 2015, he joined Évian II on a loan, scoring four goals in 15 appearances. In 2018, he joined Western Sydney Wanderers on a permanent basis and has since made 11 appearances for the club. 

He has also represented Serbia at the international level, making 28 appearances and scoring zero goals.

Also Played For: sydney fc, western sydney wanderers fc

38. Darko Brašanac

Midfielder

Career

• 1998–2005: Zlatibor Čajetina
• 2005–2010: Partizan
• 2010–2016: Partizan
• 2011–2012: Smederevo (loan)
• 2016–2019: Betis
• 2017–2018: Leganés (loan)
• 2018–2019: Alavés (loan)
• 2019: Osasuna
• 2008–2009: Serbia U17
• 2009–2011: Serbia U19
• 2013–2015: Serbia U21
• 2015: Serbia
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 5 February 2023, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 1 June 2017

Darko Brašanac is a midfielder who currently plays for Osasuna in Spain. He started his career playing for Zlatibor Čajetina in Yugoslavia before moving to Partizan in Serbia.

He made his senior debut in 2010 and has gone on to make over 100 appearances for Osasuna. Darko is a hard-working midfielder who is known for his passing and leadership skills.

He is a regular member of the Serbian national team and has represented his country at various tournaments, including the 2014 World Cup. 

Darko is married and has two children. He is highly regarded in Spain and is regarded as one of the best midfielders in the country.

Darko is currently contracted to Osasuna until 2019. Darko Brašanac is a Serbian professional footballer who plays as a goalkeeper for Spanish club Osasuna and the Serbia national team. 

Brašanac made his professional debut with Partizan in 2010 and has since played for Smederevo and Leganés in the Serbian SuperLiga.

He made his international debut for Serbia in 2008 and has since played at U17, U19, and U21 levels. In January 2019, Brašanac moved to Spanish club Osasuna on a four-year contract. He has represented Serbia at two Euro Championships and one World Cup. 

Brašanac is an experienced goalkeeper and is known for his reflexes and shot-stopping ability. He is a member of the Serbian national team for which he has made 74 appearances and scored nine goals.

Also Played For: ca osasuna

39. Nemanja Gudelj

Midfielder

Career

• 1998–2001: BSV Boeimeer
• 2001–2010: NAC Breda
• 2009–2013: NAC Breda
• 2013–2015: AZ
• 2015–2017: Ajax
• 2017–2018: Tianjin TEDA
• 2018–2019: Guangzhou Evergrande
• 2018–2019:  Sporting CP (loan)
• 2019: Sevilla
• 2010–2012: Serbia U21
• 2014: Serbia

Gudelj is a Serbian midfielder who currently plays for Spanish side Sevilla. Gudelj started his career at Bundesliga side BSC Borussia Monchengladbach before moving to Dutch side Ajax in 2013.

Gudelj joined Sevilla in the summer of 2017 and has since made over 100 appearances for the club. Gudelj has represented Serbia at both U-21 and senior level. 

Gudelj is known for his hard-working style of play, which has seen him make an impact in both the Spanish and Dutch leagues.

Gudelj is a key player for Sevilla and is expected to help the club qualify for the Champions League. Nemanja Gudelj was born on 4 January 1991 in Bijeljina, Bosnia and Herzegovina. 

Gudelj began his career at hometown club, NAC Breda, before joining Dutch side AZ in 2013. Gudelj impressed during his time at AZ, and was signed by Ajax in 2015.

Gudelj spent two years at Ajax, making 40 appearances and scoring six goals. In 2017, Gudelj was signed by Chinese side Tianjin TEDA. Gudelj spent two seasons at Tianjin TEDA, making 19 appearances and scoring one goal. 

Gudelj was loaned out to Spanish side Sporting CP in 2018. Gudelj made 94 appearances for Sevilla, scoring 27 goals. Gudelj has since been loaned out to Portuguese side Sporting CP once again.

Also Played For: sevilla fc

40. Saša Lukić

Career

• 2009–2013: Partizan
• 2013–2016: Partizan
• 2013–2015: Teleoptik (loan)
• 2016–2023: Torino
• 2017–2018: Levante (loan)
• 2023: Fulham
• 2012–2013: Serbia U17
• 2015–2019: Serbia U21
• 2018: Serbia
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 23:40, 11 February 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 2 December 2022

Lukić began his career at Serbian side POFK Savacium before joining Partizan in 2009. Lukić made his senior debut for Partizan in 2013 and has since played for Fulham in the English Premier League.

Lukić is a versatile midfielder who is capable of playing in both defence and midfield. Lukić has made eleven appearances for Serbia, including appearances at the U21 and senior levels. Lukić is a strong and durable midfielder who is known for his passing ability.

Lukić is expected to start in Fulham's match against Newcastle United on Saturday. Lukić is a key player for Fulham and is expected to help the club stay in the Premier League. 

Lukić is a product of Partizan's youth system and is one of the club's most promising young midfielders.

Lukić is a hard-working midfielder who is known for his fitness and stamina.

41. Uroš Račić

Career

• 2016–2017: Red Star Belgrade
• 2016–2018: Red Star Belgrade
• 2018: Valencia B
• 2018: Valencia
• 2019: Tenerife (loan)
• 2019–2020: Famalicão (loan)
• 2022: Braga (loan)
• 2016: Serbia U18
• 2016−2017: Serbia U19
• 2017−2020: Serbia U21
• 2021: Serbia
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 23:28, 19 February 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 23

Uroš Račić is a young Serbian midfielder who is currently on loan at Braga from Valencia. He has played for a number of top-flight clubs in his youth career, including Bambi Kraljevo, ŠF Knjaz, and Altina Zemun.

He made his professional debut in 2018 with Red Star Belgrade. He has been capped at youth levels by Serbia and Montenegro. Uroš Račić is a Serbian professional footballer who currently plays for Spanish club Valencia.

Račić started his career at Serbian club Red Star Belgrade, making his senior debut in 2016. Račić has since played for Spanish clubs Valencia and Valencia B, as well as Portuguese side Famalicão. Račić has represented Serbia at U-18, U-19, and U-21 level.

Uroš Račić is a versatile midfielder who is capable of playing in a number of positions. Račić is a hard-working player who is known for his passing ability and tackling. 

Račić is a regular for Serbia and is widely considered to be one of the country's best young midfielders.

Uroš Račić is a key member of the Valencia squad and is expected to play a major role in the club's future. Uroš Račić is a talented footballer who is likely to continue his career at the highest level.

42. Filip Đuričić

Midfielder

Career

• 2007–2008: Olympiacos
• 2008–2009: Radnički Obrenovac
• 2010–2013: Heerenveen
• 2013–2016: Benfica
• 2014–2015: Mainz 05 (loan)
• 2015: Southampton (loan)
• 2016: Anderlecht (loan)
• 2016–2018: Sampdoria
• 2018: Benevento (loan)
• 2018–2022: Sassuolo
• 2022: Sampdoria
• 2009–2015: Serbia U21
• 2012: Serbia
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 19 February 2023, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 2 December 2022

Serbian attacking midfielder who currently plays for Sampdoria. Obrenovac 1905 before moving to Red Star Belgrade. Greece U-21 side that won the 2012 European Championship.

Sampdoria in January 2016. 5. Đuričić has been praised for his creative play and speed on the ball. Sampdoria in their next Serie A game against AC Milan. Serbia and has scored 10 goals.

Filip Đuričić is a Serbian professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Serie A club Sampdoria and the Serbia national team. He started his career at Radnički Obrenovac, before moving to Heerenveen and then Benfica.

Mainz 05 on loan, before joining Southampton on loan for the 2014-15 season. Sampdoria debut in the 2016-17 season, and has since played 96 games and scored 14 goals for the club. Serbia at youth level, and made his senior international debut in 2009.

He is a regular for Serbia and has represented his country at the UEFA Euro 2016 and the FIFA World Cup. 7. Đuričić is married and has two children. 

He is a fan of Manchester United. In April 2019, Đuričić was named in Serbia’s squad for the 2019 World Cup.

Also Played For: u.c. sampdoria

43. Strahinja Pavlović

Career

• 2009–2015: Savacium Šabac
• 2015–2019: Partizan
• 2016–2017: Teleoptik (loan)
• 2019–2020: Partizan
• 2020–2022: Monaco
• 2021: Cercle Brugge (loan)
• 2022: Basel (loan)
• 2022: Red Bull Salzburg
• 2019: Serbia U21
• 2020: Serbia
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 11 February 2023, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 2 December 2022

Pavlović is a Serbian centre-back who joined Red Bull Salzburg in 2022. Pavlović started his youth career with Savacium Šabac in 2009. Pavlović made his senior debut for Red Bull Salzburg in March 2022.

Pavlović is a regular for Red Bull Salzburg and has played 31 games in the Bundesliga. Pavlović has been capped at under-19 and under-21 level for Serbia. Pavlović is a hard-working defender who is known for his strong aerial ability.

Pavlović is a natural centre-back who is comfortable on the ball. Pavlović is a fast and strong defender who is good in the air. Pavlović is a promising young defender who is set to continue his development with Red Bull Salzburg. 

Pavlović started his senior career with Partizan in 2015, and has since played for Monaco, Basel, and Red Bull Salzburg.

He has represented Serbia at U21 level. Pavlović is known for his attacking skills, and is capable of scoring goals from any area of the pitch. He is a versatile player, and can be used in a number of positions on the field. 

Pavlović is a hard worker, and is always putting in a strong effort on the pitch. He is a popular player with his team-mates, and is a key part of Partizan’s success.

Pavlović is looking to continue his good form into the future, and is determined to win more trophies. He is an ambitious player, and is determined to achieve his goals. 

Pavlović is a popular figure with the Serbian fans, and they are excited to see him play in the future. Pavlović is a talented player, and is destined for big things in the future.

Also Played For: fc red bull salzburg

44. Marko Dmitrović

Goalkeeper

Career

• 2006–2010: Red Star Belgrade
• 2010–2013: Red Star Belgrade
• 2013–2015: Újpest
• 2015–2016: Charlton Athletic
• 2015–2016: Alcorcón (loan)
• 2016–2017: Alcorcón
• 2017–2021: Eibar
• 2021: Sevilla
• 2010–2012: Serbia U19
• 2012–2015: Serbia U21
• 2017: Serbia

Dmitrović is a goalkeeper for Sevilla and was born in Subotica, Serbia in 1992. Dmitrović made his professional debut for Red Star Belgrade in 2006 and has since played for clubs in Serbia and Spain.

Dmitrović has been a regular member of the Serbia national team and played at the 2014 World Cup. Dmitrović was named goalkeeper of the year for the Europa League in 2017. Dmitrović is married and has two children.

Dmitrović is a keen footballer and is known for his speed and reflexes. Dmitrović is Sevilla's first-choice goalkeeper and is contracted to the club until 2020. Dmitrović is a hard worker and is known for his excellent concentration.

Dmitrović is a popular figure in the Spanish media and is a popular figure with Sevilla's fans. Dmitrović is a Serbian professional footballer who plays for Spanish club Sevilla. 

Dmitrović made his professional debut with Red Star Belgrade in 2010 and went on to make over 100 appearances for the club over the following three seasons.

He joined Újpest in 2013 and helped them reach the play-offs in his first season with the club. Dmitrović joined Charlton Athletic in 2015 and helped them reach the play-offs in his first season with the club. 

He joined Alcorcón on a loan in 2016 and helped them win the Segunda Division title that season. Dmitrović rejoined Alcorcón on a permanent basis in 2017 and helped them win the Segunda Division title that season.

He joined Sevilla in the summer of 2018 and has since made nine appearances for the club. Dmitrović has also represented Serbia at international level and has made 19 appearances to date. 

Dmitrović is a versatile defender who can play as a centre-back or as a defensive midfielder.

45. Miloš Pantović

Career

• 2007: Rot-Weiss Oberföhring
• 2007–2015: Bayern Munich
• 2014–2018: Bayern Munich II
• 2015–2018: Bayern Munich
• 2018–2022: VfL Bochum
• 2022: Union Berlin
• 2015: Serbia U19
• 2016–2017: Serbia U20
• 2015–2017: Serbia U21
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 16 October 2022, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 7 November 2021

Pantović began his career at hometown club Munich-based club Helios Daglfing. In 2017, Pantović signed with Bundesliga side VfL Bochum. In 2019, Pantović signed with Union Berlin.

Pantović has represented Germany at youth level. Pantović is a forward and winger. Pantović has represented Germany at U17, U19, and U21 level. Pantović is a German international and has scored one goal for the senior team.

Pantović is a versatile player and can play as a forward or winger. Pantović is a hardworking player and is known for his speed and elusiveness. Miloš Pantović is a Serbian professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for German club Union Berlin.

Pantović made his professional debut with Bayern Munich II in the 2014–15 season, before joining Bayern Munich in the 2015–16 season. Pantović made his first-team debut for Bayern Munich in a DFB-Pokal match against Werder Bremen on 18 October 2015.

Pantović made his Bundesliga debut for Bayern Munich on 17 November 2015 in a 2–1 away victory over Borussia Dortmund.

Pantović made his first Champions League appearance for Bayern Munich on 17 October 2016 in a 2–1 away victory over Barcelona. Pantović signed for VfL Bochum on a two-year contract in June 2018. 

In November 2018, Pantović was loaned to Union Berlin for the remainder of the 2018–19 season. Pantović made his Union Berlin debut in a 2–1 home victory over Werder Bremen on 8 December 2018.

Pantović is a member of the Serbian national team, who have played at various youth levels.

Also Played For: 1. fc union berlin

46. Aleksandar Prijović

Forward

Career

• 2006–2008: Parma
• 2008–2010: Derby County
• 2009: Yeovil Town (loan)
• 2009: Northampton Town (loan)
• 2010–2013: Sion
• 2012: Lausanne-Sport (loan)
• 2012–2013: Tromsø (loan)
• 2013–2014: Djurgårdens IF
• 2014–2015: Boluspor
• 2015–2017: Legia Warsaw
• 2017–2019: PAOK
• 2019–2021: Al-Ittihad
• 2021: Western United
• 2007: Serbia U17
• 2007: Serbia U19
• 2010: Switzerland U20
• 2011: Switzerland U21
• 2017–2019: Serbia
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 18 February 2023, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 7 June 2019

Aleksandar Prijović is a forward who has played for Parma, Derby County, and Western United in his career. Prijović was born in 1990 in St. Gallen, Switzerland.

He started his career with St. Gallen in 2006. Prijović signed with Derby County in 2008, and played for them until 2010. Prijović joined Western United in January 2017.

Prijović has scored one goal in his career. Prijović is a Swiss international, having made one appearance for the national team. He is currently playing for Western United in the A-League.

Prijović is 1.91 m (6 ft 3 in) tall and weighs 83 kg (185 lb). Aleksandar Prijović began his career at hometown club Partizan Belgrade, and made his senior debut in 2007. 

He moved to Serbia's top flight, Liga One, in 2009, and won promotion with his new club, Yeovil Town, in 2014.

Prijović played for Switzerland at under-20 level in 2007, and under-21 level in 2011. He made his senior debut for Serbia in 2017, and went on to make 13 appearances, scoring two goals. 

Prijović joined Western United in February 2021, and is set to compete in the Australian National Premier Leagues.

47. Veljko Birmančević

Career

• 2010–2016: Partizan
• 2016–2019: Partizan
• 2016–2017: Teleoptik (loan)
• 2018: Rad (loan)
• 2018–2019: Čukarički (loan)
• 2019–2021: Čukarički
• 2021–2022: Malmö FF
• 2022: Toulouse
• 2015–2016: Serbia U18
• 2016–2017: Serbia U19
• 2018–2020: Serbia U21
• 2021: Serbia
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 18 September 2022, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 1 September 2021

Veljko Birmančević is a 24-year-old attacking midfielder who currently plays for Toulouse in France. Birmančević started his career with Šabac before moving to Partizan in Serbia in 2010.

Birmančević made his senior debut for Partizan in 2016 and has since played a total of 67 matches for the club. Birmančević is known for his attacking play, which has seen him score 10 goals in 67 appearances for Partizan.

Birmančević is a member of the Serbia national team and has represented his country at youth level. Birmančević is contracted to Toulouse until 2020. Birmančević is expected to play a key role for Toulouse during the 2018–19 season.

Birmančević was named in the 2018–19 Ligue 1 Team of the Year. Birmančević is a Kosovo international and has represented his country at youth level.

Also Played For: toulouse fc

48. Željko Gavrić

Career

• 2014–2018: Red Star Belgrade
• 2018–2021: Red Star Belgrade
• 2018–2019: Grafičar Beograd (loan)
• 2021: Ferencváros
• 2022: DAC Dunajská Streda (loan)
• 2016–2017: Serbia U17
• 2018–2019: Serbia U19
• 2019–2021: Serbia U21
• 2021: Serbia
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 30 October 2022, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 12 October 2021

Gavrić is a winger who currently plays for DAC Dunajská Streda on loan from Ferencváros. Gavrić was born in Ugljevik, Bosnia and Herzegovina in 2000. Gavrić has played for Red Star Belgrade since the age of sixteen.

Gavrić is 1.81 m (5 ft 11 in) tall and has scored twelve goals in fifty-one appearances for DAC Dunajská Streda. 

Gavrić is a winger who is known for his speed and ability to play through the middle. Gavrić is considered to be one of the most promising young players in Europe.

Gavrić is a member of the Bosnia and Herzegovina national team. Gavrić is expected to play a major role for Bosnia and Herzegovina at the 2018 FIFA World Cup. 

Gavrić is a Serbian professional footballer who plays for Red Star Belgrade. Gavrić has spent his entire senior career with Red Star Belgrade.

Gavrić was a part of the Serbia U21 side that won the European Championship in 2020. Gavrić has made 37 appearances for Red Star Belgrade and scored 9 goals. 

Gavrić has also been a part of the Serbia U17 and Serbia U19 sides. Gavrić has represented Serbia at international level. Gavrić is a midfielder who is known for his passing ability.

Gavrić is set to join Hungarian side Ferencváros in the upcoming season. Gavrić is a versatile midfielder who is likely to continue playing for Red Star Belgrade for many years to come.

49. Marko Ivezić

Career

• 2019–2021: Voždovac
• 2021: Voždovac
• 2022: Serbia U21
• 2023: Serbia
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 13 August 2022, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 25 January 2023

Marko Ivezić is a talented defensive midfielder who currently plays for Voždovac. Ivezić started playing football at a young age and quickly developed into a top player.

He has represented his country at youth levels and has also enjoyed some success with Voždovac. Ivezić is a hard worker who is always looking to improve his game. 

He is a versatile player who can play in a number of positions, making him a valuable member of any team.

Ivezić is a long-term prospect who is likely to continue developing as a player. He is a popular player with his fans, who appreciate his contribution to the team. 

Ivezić is likely to be a key player for Voždovac for many years to come. He is a talented player who is well worth watching.

Marko Ivezić joined Voždovac from Partizan in January 2021 and has since made 44 league appearances for the club. The defender has represented Serbia at U21 level and scored one goal in four appearances. 

Ivezić is likely to be a mainstay of Voždovac's defence for the foreseeable future. With good defending and a good scoring record at U21 level, Ivezić is looking to make an impact on the senior Serbia side.

The defender is likely to be a part of Serbia's squad for the 2022 World Cup. Ivezić is a hard-working player with a good attitude and is looking to improve his game further. 

The defender is a versatile player who can play at both left-back and centre-back. Ivezić is a highly-rated defender and is seen as a future star of Serbian football. 

The defender is a versatile player who can play at both left-back and centre-back and is looking to cement his place in Voždovac's first-team.

50. Erhan Mašović

Career

• 2013–2016: Čukarički
• 2015–2017: Čukarički
• 2017–2020: Club Brugge
• 2018–2019: AS Trenčín (loan)
• 2019–2020: Horsens (loan)
• 2020: VfL Bochum
• 2013–2014: Serbia U16
• 2014–2015: Serbia U17
• 2015–2016: Serbia U18
• 2016–2017: Serbia U19
• 2017–2020: Serbia U21
• 2022: Serbia
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 23 September 2022, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 24 September

Erhan Mašović is a centre-back and defensive midfielder who currently plays for VfL Bochum. Mašović started his career with Čukarički before joining Bochum in 2016.

Mašović has represented Serbia at under-19, under-20 and under-21 levels. Mašović has made 17 appearances for Bochum in the German Bundesliga. Mašović is a product of the Serbian youth system.

Mašović is a hard-working player who is known for his aerial ability. Mašović is contracted to Bochum until 2020. 

Mašović is a potential member of Serbia's national team. Mašović is a versatile player who can play as a centre-back or defensive midfielder.

Erhan Mašović is a Serbian footballer who currently plays for VfL Bochum. Mašović has represented Serbia at various youth levels, including the U16, U17, and U19 teams. 

He made his senior debut in 2018 with AS Trenčín, and spent the following season on loan at Horsens.

Mašović signed for VfL Bochum in 2020. He has made two appearances for the Serbian national team. 

Mašović is a midfielder, and is known for his passing and creativity on the pitch. Mašović is a key player for VfL Bochum, and is considered a key part of the team's future.

He is a hard-working player who is always looking to contribute to the team. Mašović is a promising young midfielder, and is expected to continue developing and improving over the next few years.

Final Words

The Serbia football team has a rich and storied history, dating back to the early 1920s when the first football clubs were formed in the country.

Over the years, the Serbia football team has produced some of the most talented players in the world, and they continue to produce top-level players today.

Some of the best Serbia football players of all time include Zlatko Čajkovski, Dejan Savić, Luka Modrić, and Nemanja Vidić.