Branislav Ivanović

Branislav Ivanović, born on February 22, 1984, in Sremska Mitrovica, Yugoslavia (now Serbia), is a Serbian footballer known for his solid defense. Operating as a right-back or center-back, Ivanović made a significant impact during his tenure with Chelsea in the English Premier League, contributing to their successes, including the 2012 UEFA Champions League victory. Renowned for his physicality and knack for scoring goals, he also represented the Serbian national team, showcasing leadership on the field. Beyond football, Ivanović is recognized as a respected ambassador for the sport, embodying dedication and resilience throughout his career.

Here are some of his career achievements:

• Member of the UEFA European Under-21 Championship Team of the Tournament in the year 2007
• Titled as the Serbian Player of the Year in the year 2012 and 2013
• Member of the PFA Premier League Team of the Year in 2009–10, 2014–15
• His team was honored with the ESM Team of the Year award in the year 2014–15
• Honoured with UEFA Champions League Team of the Season in 2014–15