Mislav Oršić
A Croatian winger with a penchant for spectacular, crucial goals, including a stunning extra-time strike that shook the World Cup.
Born 1992 (age 34)·Croatian footballer·Birthday: December 29·Millennials
Biography
Mislav Oršić is the definition of a late bloomer with a highlight reel that dreams are made of. Unlike many stars who emerge in their teens, Oršić's path was itinerant, with spells in South Korea and Italy before finding his feet. His true explosion came at Dinamo Zagreb, where he became a fan hero for his blistering pace, direct runs, and a lethal left foot capable of the extraordinary. He delivered his most famous moment on the global stage: coming off the bench in the 2022 World Cup semifinal against Brazil, he scored a breathtaking 117th-minute equalizer to force penalties, a goal that cemented his place in Croatian football folklore. A versatile attacker, Oršić's career is a testament to persistence and the explosive impact a specialist can have.
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.
Mislav was born in 1992, 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 Mislav Was Born
The biggest hits of 1992
#1 Movie
Aladdin
Best Picture
Unforgiven
#1 TV Show
60 Minutes
Mislav's Life & Times
The world at every milestone
1992Born
LA riots after Rodney King verdict
Gas: $1.13/galHome: $84,300Min wage: $4.25/hrPresident: George H.W. Bush"End of the Road" — Boyz II MenBest Picture: Unforgiven
1997Started school
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
2005Became a teenager
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
2008Could drive
Barack Obama elected first Black US president; financial crisis
Gas: $3.27/galHome: $153,100Min wage: $6.55/hrPresident: George W. Bush"Low" — Flo RidaBest Picture: Slumdog Millionaire
2010Could vote
Deepwater Horizon oil spill; iPad launched
Gas: $2.79/galHome: $147,800Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Tik Tok" — KeshaBest Picture: The King's Speech
2013Turned 21
Edward Snowden reveals NSA surveillance programs
Gas: $3.53/galHome: $152,800Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Thrift Shop" — Macklemore & Ryan LewisBest Picture: 12 Years a Slave
2022Turned 30
Russia invades Ukraine; Queen Elizabeth II dies
Gas: $3.97/galHome: $348,700Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Joe Biden"As It Was" — Harry StylesBest Picture: Everything Everywhere All at Once
2026Age 34 today
Gas: $3.91/galPresident: Donald Trump
Key Achievements
- Scored a dramatic 117th-minute equalizer for Croatia against Brazil in the 2022 FIFA World Cup semifinal, leading to a penalty shootout victory.
- Won multiple Croatian First Football League titles and domestic cups with Dinamo Zagreb, being a key offensive player.
- Scored a hat-trick for Dinamo Zagreb against Tottenham Hotspur in the 2021 UEFA Europa League round of 16.
- Helped South Korean club Ulsan Hyundai win the Korean FA Cup in 2017, being named MVP of the final.
Did You Know?
Before his football career took off, he enrolled in law school at the University of Zagreb.
He is known for his exceptional free-kick taking ability.
Oršić played for several clubs in different countries, including South Korea (Ulsan Hyundai) and Italy (Spezia Calcio), before his breakthrough in Croatia.
He made his debut for the Croatian national team at the age of 26.
“I just want to be ready when my chance comes, and then to take it.”
