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Predrag Mijatovic is a retired Montenegrin footballer who represented Yugoslavia and FR Yugoslavia internationally, primarily playing as a forward. He played for clubs including Partizan, Valencia, Real Madrid and Fiorentina. His goal against Juventus in the 1998 UEFA Champions League final secured a 1-0 victory for Real Madrid, giving the club its first European Cup title in 32 years.
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What clubs did Predrag Mijatovic play for during his career?
Mijatovic played for Partizan in Yugoslavia, then moved to Valencia in Spain's La Liga before joining Real Madrid, and later played for Fiorentina in Italy's Serie A. His most celebrated club period was at Real Madrid, where he spent three seasons from 1996 to 1999.
Did Mijatovic score the winning goal in the 1998 Champions League final?
Yes, Mijatovic scored the only goal in Real Madrid's 1-0 victory over Juventus in the 1998 UEFA Champions League final in Amsterdam. That goal delivered Real Madrid their seventh European Cup and their first in 32 years, since the 1966 final.
What national team did Predrag Mijatovic represent?
Mijatovic represented Yugoslavia and later FR Yugoslavia at the international level, earning over 70 caps. He was a key figure for his national team throughout the 1990s, appearing in major tournaments including the 1998 World Cup in France.
What happened with Mijatovic's penalty at the 1998 World Cup?
Mijatovic missed a penalty for Yugoslavia during the 1998 World Cup group stage match against Germany. The match ended 2-2, and the missed penalty became a memorable moment of the tournament for Yugoslavia supporters.
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