Bilic Croatia First Euros Central Defender
Slaven Bilić helps organise Croatia's defence at Euro 1996, providing physical marking and leadership as the team progresses through its opening group.
Historical biography archive · Updated 2026-11-03
Slaven Bilić Biography and Timeline
Follow Slaven Bilić through 3 dated historical records for Croatia.
Slaven Bilić, historical timeline
A chronological timeline drawn from matching World History Database records.
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1996–2015Years on this page
1996
1998
Bilic Croatia Semi-Final Defensive Role
Slaven Bilić plays in Croatia's World Cup semi-final against France, where the hosts overturn an early deficit to deny the visitors a place in the final.
2015
Slaven Bilic Returns as West Ham Manager
Slaven Bilić returns to West Ham United as manager after having represented the club as a defender, and prepares the side for its final season at Upton Park.
Records, sources and methodology
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