Famous Birthdays·January 16·Miroslav Radović
Miroslav Radović

RSMiroslav Radović

A dynamic Serbian winger whose powerful left foot and creative flair made him a fan favorite at clubs like Legia Warsaw and Partizan Belgrade.

Born 1984 (age 42)·Serbian footballer·Birthday: January 16·Millennials

Photo: Sławek · CC BY-SA 2.0

Biography

Born in Belgrade, Miroslav Radović emerged from the youth ranks of FK Rad, but it was his move to Partizan in 2003 that launched his career. A versatile and technically gifted attacker, he became known for his pace, direct running, and a thunderous shot. His journey took him to Poland's Legia Warsaw, where he truly cemented his legacy, becoming a key figure in their midfield and forging a deep connection with the club's passionate supporters. Radović's playing style was one of explosive moments—he could change a game with a single touch, a trait that endeared him to fans across Eastern Europe. While his time with the Serbian national team was limited, his club career, marked by consistent performances and crucial goals in domestic leagues and European competitions, defined him as a respected and effective footballer of his generation.

Millennials

1981–1996

The first digital natives. Grew up with the internet, came of age during 9/11 and the 2008 crash. Highly educated, deeply indebted, slower to marry and buy houses. Redefined work, identity, and what it means to be an adult.

Miroslav was born in 1984, placing them squarely in the Millennials. The events that shaped this generation — the internet revolution, 9/11, and the 2008 financial crisis — shaped the world they entered and the choices available to them.

#1 When Miroslav Was Born

The biggest hits of 1984

#1 Movie

Beverly Hills Cop

Best Picture

Amadeus

#1 TV Show

Dallas

Miroslav's Life & Times

The world at every milestone

1984Born

Apple Macintosh introduced

Gas: $1.13/galHome: $59,800Min wage: $3.35/hrPresident: Ronald Reagan"When Doves Cry" — PrinceBest Picture: Amadeus
1989Started school

Berlin Wall falls; Tiananmen Square protests

Gas: $1.00/galHome: $79,100Min wage: $3.35/hrPresident: George H.W. Bush"Look Away" — ChicagoBest Picture: Driving Miss Daisy
1997Became a teenager

Princess Diana dies in Paris car crash; Harry Potter published

Gas: $1.23/galHome: $104,100Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"Candle in the Wind 1997" — Elton JohnBest Picture: Titanic
2000Could drive

Y2K passes without incident; contested Bush-Gore election

Gas: $1.51/galHome: $119,600Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"Breathe" — Faith HillBest Picture: Gladiator
2002Could vote

Euro currency enters circulation

Gas: $1.36/galHome: $137,800Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"How You Remind Me" — NickelbackBest Picture: Chicago
2005Turned 21

Hurricane Katrina devastates New Orleans; YouTube launches

Gas: $2.30/galHome: $167,500Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"We Belong Together" — Mariah CareyBest Picture: Crash
2014Turned 30

Russia annexes Crimea; Ebola outbreak in West Africa

Gas: $3.37/galHome: $160,700Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Happy" — Pharrell WilliamsBest Picture: Birdman
2024Turned 40

AI reshapes industries; Paris Olympics

Gas: $3.31/galHome: $372,000Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Joe Biden"Espresso" — Sabrina CarpenterBest Picture: Anora
2026Age 42 today
Gas: $3.91/galPresident: Donald Trump

Key Achievements

  • Won the Ekstraklasa title three times with Legia Warsaw (2013, 2014, 2016).
  • Secured the Polish Cup twice while playing for Legia Warsaw in 2013 and 2015.
  • Scored over 50 goals for Legia Warsaw across all competitions, becoming a significant foreign scorer for the club.
  • Helped Partizan Belgrade win the Serbian Cup in 2004.

Did You Know?

He is often referred to by the nickname 'Miki' by fans and teammates.

Despite being Serbian, he spent the majority of his successful club career in Poland with Legia Warsaw.

He scored a famous long-range goal against Juventus in a 2008 Champions League qualifier for FC Timișoara.

“My left foot was my weapon, and I used it for Partizan and Legia.”

— Miroslav Radović

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