Biography
Who is Oliver Bozanic?
Early Life and Education
Oliver Bozanic John Bozanic was born in Sydney, Australia. He is the son of Vic Bozanic, a former player for the Socceroos who was part of the West Adelaide team that won the 1978 National Soccer League. Growing up on the Central Coast of New South Wales, Oliver started his football development with the local Avoca club.
By age 12, he was playing for Sydney Olympic FC. He attended the New South Wales Institute of Sport and St Edward's Christian Brothers' College during his formative years, building a foundation for his future career as a professional athlete.
Professional Club Career
Oliver began his professional career with the Central Coast Mariners in the A-League. In 2007, he moved to England to sign a two-and-a-half-year contract with Reading. During his time in the United Kingdom, he gained experience through loan periods at clubs including Woking, Cheltenham Town, and Aldershot Town.
After leaving Reading, he returned to the Mariners for his first of three distinct stints with the Australian club. He played for them during their successful 2011-12 and 2012-13 seasons, helping the team secure consecutive A-League titles. Throughout his career, he also played for Melbourne Victory, Ventforet Kofu in Japan, Melbourne City, and Heart of Midlothian in Scotland.
International Career and Retirement
Oliver represented Australia on the international stage. He was selected for the Australian squad that competed in the 2014 FIFA World Cup, where he played in Group Stage matches against the Netherlands and Spain. He also served as captain for the Olyroos during the qualifying campaign for the 2012 London Olympics.
Earlier in his career, he was selected for the development squad that won a four-team tournament in Japan in 2006. He received his first full international call-up in August 2009 for a friendly match against the Republic of Ireland. He was also named in the 50-man preliminary squad for the 2011 Asian Cup.
Birthday and age
Oliver Bozanic was born on January 8, 1989, which makes Oliver 37 years old today. That birthday falls under the Capricorn sign. Oliver shares the date with 59 other famous people.
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