Sinisa Mihajlovic

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RIP. No one wants to go young...
 

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I didnt like him as a coach of our opponents, and some bad things he used to say about my country, but this is really sad. He was a great player. RIP.
 

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Really sad news. I thought he was in remission and on the mend. In know that it is stating the obvious but what really stands out for me in relation to Mihajlovic as a player was his free kicks. Even today, I look at old footage of his free kick ability and just marvel. Many years ago, I remember having a debate with a mate about who was the best free kick taker in the world. We were arguing about Beckham vs Mihajlovic. My anglophile mate had never heard of the latter and was arguing for Beckham.

I also will not forget his rock, paper scissors moment with Adriano: great memories!

As a manager, Mihajlovic and his teams were frustratingly dogged and determined. It always pissed me off that we dropped points against Bologna but it was hardly surprising given our tendency to choke and the fact that he was fighting for his life. His teams would always dig deep and give everything they had, espcially against Inter. Perhaps the most frustrating aspect of playing Bologna was not the fact that we dropped points against them but that they would usually capitulate the following week against lesser opponents.

I do not know if this is true or not, but I read somewhere that one of his nicknames was the Balkan Bullet for the way that he struck his free kicks and was always so accurate.

The only comment I wish to add is that he has my full respect for trying to manage his sickness and continuing to coach. That by no means would have been easy given his illness and the treatments he was having and the stress that comes with being a manager in Serie A.

Now you can finally rest after a long fight and struggle.

Rest in peace Mihajlovic.
 
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I remember him with Lazio when i first started watching Serie A bak in 98 and every time he took a FK i thought it was prob a goal. He was one of the first ball playing defenders i saw that was able to pass from the back and make long pin point passes.

He came to Inter a bit too Late but i remember his FK in the coppa Italia Win that kickstarted Inters comebak for trophies.

He went on to have a great coaching career first with Inter then with Bologna and even continuing his duties from the hospital and thru phone calls and video conferences while recovering was just great to see and hear and he also ended up coaching Palacio who is one of my fav players ever there.

His antics on the field and comments off it def were controversial but I still respected his bluntness and honesty, he said what he thought unapologetically.

Def a legend

Salute and Respect
 

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RIP Sinisa and condolences to his family. Wherever you are now, I’m sure you’re banging in free kicks like it’s the easiest thing in the world.
 

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I don't want to see people dying young, even those that I didn't like as people. RIP Siniša
 

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R.I.P. Miha. Nothing more to say really. Very sad news.
 

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RIP Miha, best free kick taker of all time and one of my favorite players.
 

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CIAO Sinisa, our memories​

The Club’s message of condolences for the passing of the former Nerazzurri player and Assistant Coach​


FC Internazionale Milano, President Steven Zhang, Vice President Javier Zanetti, Chief Executive Officers Alessandro Antonello and Giuseppe Marotta, Head Coach Simone Inzaghi and his staff, players, and the whole Inter family are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Siniša Mihajlović and would like to send their sincerest condolences to his family.

There is never a right time to say goodbye to a member of the family. It seems like time has flown by way too quickly, and what remains is just a memory. Saying goodbye to Siniša Mihajlović is difficult for many reasons. It’s painful; it’s not right, and deeply sad.

He was first an opponent on the pitch, then became a Nerazzurri player and Assistant Coach, before becoming once again a rival in the dugout. He was always true to himself: in his determination, his attitude, his pride and his professionalism.

He was the number 10 of defenders. His performances were physical, tactically astute and with a magical left foot: rarely has such a powerful and accurate left foot been seen. He was the king of set-pieces, scorer of some stunning goals, also in an Inter shirt.

When he came to Inter at the age 35, he put his cards on the table right from the off in his first press conference: “I’m here to play and to win. There’s still lots in me and I want to give it to Inter.” He was a man of his word: two seasons, one Scudetto, two Coppa Italia titles. One of those had a trademark free-kick into the top corner in a final at San Siro. Spectacular. In total, he appeared 43 times for the Nerazzurri and scored six goals, all of them from free-kicks. Great memories, each and every one of them.

Then came his time in the Nerazzurri dugout, assistant to his great friend Roberto Mancini. His presence was vital: two years, two Serie A titles and an Italian Super Cup. They were extraordinary wins, unforgettable moments. He left important marks in our history, before moving into management.


He transmitted personality and self-assurance to his players, fought exceptionally both on and off the pitch, especially during his most difficult and important fight, his illness. But Sinisa faced it with a will to live, to fight, “I have fought face to face with Leukemia,” he said. He fought it bravely, even returning to manage, revealing a side that he had forever hidden: “I’ve learned to cry: seeing a strong, grown man cry is comforting.”
Sinisa was himself right to the end. His message reached and will remain in the hearts of every football fan. Sport and life.
Inter has immensely fond memories of him and our thoughts are with his family at this deeply saddening time.
Ciao Sinisa!


There are some very beautiful pics from Sinisa's time at Inter on club's website for those who want to check them.
 

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Logged into youtube and saw the video from inter and then deep sadness. I was 17 when he joined us and grew up watching him play for Lazio under Sven. Always had respect for the player and the coach - tough guy. Death is part of life and he left his mark on the world, however there's just a pensive, bittersweet sadness to see something like this happen at such an age, to one of your childhood players that left a lot of memories. Condolences to the family and to all that knew him beyond the pitch. Rest peacefully Miha. You won't be forgotten.
 

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Did he ever met with Štimac and buried the hatchet?
 
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