Niko Kovac
Niko Kovač is a professional football manager and former player. He is the manager of Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. Born and raised in West Germany, Kovač was the long-standing captain of the Croatia national team until his retirement from international football in January 2009. Wikipedia
| Complete name | Niko Kovac |
| Nationality |  Croatia |
| Birth date | 15.10.1971 (age 54) |
| Country of birth |  Germany |
| City of birth | Berlin |
| Position | halfback |
| Foot | right |
| Height/weight | 176 cm / 73 kg |
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Bundesliga 03.05.2009 |
6:0 | 76'-90' | |||||||
Bundesliga 12.11.2008 |
2:2 | 59' | 46'-90' | ||||||
Bundesliga 07.11.2008 |
5:1 | 66'-90' | |||||||
Bundesliga 19.10.2008 |
4:3 | 1'-61' | |||||||
FIFA World Cup qualification (UEFA) 11.10.2008 |
0:0 | 45' | 1'-90' | ||||||
Bundesliga 05.10.2008 |
1:0 | 80' | 1'-90' |
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 FIFA World Cup qualification (UEFA) 2010 |
3 | 1 | 0 | 242 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | ||
 Bundesliga 2008/2009 |
12 | 0 | 0 | 828 | 9 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | ||
 UEFA Europa League 2008/2009 |
3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 270 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | |
 UEFA European Championship 2008 |
3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 300 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
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UEFA Europa League 2007/2008 |
1 | 0 | 0 | 60 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
15:05
Pressekonferenz mit Niko Kovac | BVB - Eintracht Frankfurt
18:04
Pressekonferenz nach Gladbach
15:42
"Das ist die Eintrittskarte für das BVB-Trikot" | PK mit Niko Kovac | Mönchengladbach - BVB
13:08
PK nach Dortmund
09:06
LIVE: Pressekonferenz mit Niko Kovac und Julian Schuster | BVB - SC Freiburg
20:06
Pressekonferenz mit Niko Kovac | BVB - SC Freiburg
10:40
"Jeder hat für jeden gefighted" | PK nach #TSGBVB
16:11
Live: Pressekonferenz mit Niko Kovac | TSG Hoffenheim - BVB
40:29
„Aki, du sympathischer Drecksack!“ | Calmund, Watzke, Kovac und Helmer auf einer Bühne
Public session ahead of the Hoffenheim match | Inside Training
11:39
Pressekonferenz mit Kovac & Hjulmand nach BVB - Bayer Leverkusen 0:1
14:56
"Fabio hat nochmal eine Schippe draufgelegt" | PK mit Niko Kovac | BVB - Bayer Leverkusen
"A great lad": Niko Kovac denies rumours of tension with BVB star
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It is still unclear whether he will extend his deal with the Black and Yellows, which runs until 2027, or leave at the end of the season
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Sebastian Kehl may have made a significant error, as BVB are working hard to secure Ole Book's dream move
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IMAGO / Kirchner-MediaJonas RüttenMay 06, 2026 07:19+03:00Translated by BVB are determined to do whatever it takes to secure a top-class talent. In doing so, Ole Book aims to avoid repeating the mistake that drew criticism towards Sebastian Kehl.
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Karim Adeyemi backed to become 'truly great' player as Borussia Dortmund coach denies strained relationship with attacker
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AFPMay 05, 2026 23:08+03:00Borussia Dortmund head coach Niko Kovac has rubbished claims of a breakdown in communication with Karim Adeyemi, insisting the forward has the potential to become a world-class talent
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It's a marriage of convenience. The major issue facing the 'new BVB' and Niko Kovac
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Getty Images SportJochen TittmarMay 04, 2026 08:44+03:00Translated by Looking at the bigger picture at Borussia Dortmund, the question arises: does the defensively pragmatic Niko Kovac fit in with a club that has recently put forward the concept of t
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BVB news and rumours: A clear trend? Dortmund's hierarchy is expected to hold talks with Niko Kovac soon
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AFPMay 04, 2026 07:10+03:00Translated by Niko Kovac is facing criticism at Borussia Dortmund. What do the club's bosses think about his future? The latest news and rumours about BVB.
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´Is attractiveness more important than success?´ – Kovac hits back at Dortmund critics - Soccer News
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Niko Kovac claimed Borussia Dortmund do not have to play attractive football in every game as long as they are successful, responding to criticism that their points tally does not match his style
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"Even Jürgen Klopp needed three years to settle in here": Niko Kovac draws a bold comparison and concludes that BVB lack the quality of FC Bayern Munich
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In their final three matches against Borussia Mönchengladbach, Eintracht Frankfurt and Werder Bremen, Borussia Dortmund must collect five points to hit their target—a haul that would equal their best campaign in seven years, when Lucien Favre's side
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Brilliant as a substitute, lacklustre as a starter: Why Fabio Silva evokes mixed feelings at BVB
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AFPJochen TittmarMay 01, 2026 15:02+03:00Translated by After a difficult start at Borussia Dortmund, Fabio Silva is now in top physical condition
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Two points are worth considering: The issue surrounding BVB's star player Fabio Silva
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AFPJochen TittmarMay 01, 2026 15:02+03:00Translated by After a difficult start at Borussia Dortmund, Fabio Silva is now in top physical condition
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