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Croatia National Team Receives Rejection from Vida

Published March 6, 2026, 09:17
Croatia National Team Receives Rejection from Vida

Domagoj Vida has declined an offer from the Croatian Football Federation to join the national team's coaching staff, despite initial rumors suggesting he would retire and take on a coaching role. According to Croatian newspaper Sportske Novosti, Vida informed the federation and coach Zlatko Dalić that he wishes to continue his professional career and does not plan to retire immediately. The AEK defender expressed his gratitude for the offer but chose to focus on playing football. His contract with AEK expires at the end of the season, but there is a possibility of renewal. Vida has made 18 appearances for AEK this season.