First World Cup Squad Appearance
Ibrahimović joined Sweden's 2002 World Cup squad as a young striker before developing into the country's record goalscorer.
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Zlatan Ibrahimović Biography and Timeline
Follow Zlatan Ibrahimović through 11 dated historical records for Sweden.
Zlatan Ibrahimović, historical timeline
A chronological timeline drawn from matching World History Database records.
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2002
Swedish Striker Establishes Ajax Reputation
Zlatan Ibrahimović develops into an unpredictable attacking threat for Ajax, using unusual technique and physical power during his early Dutch seasons.
2004
Back-Heel Equaliser Against Italy
Ibrahimović improvised an aerial back-heel finish against Italy at Euro 2004, securing a crucial 1-1 draw for Sweden.
Solo Goal Against NAC Breda
Zlatan Ibrahimović weaves through several defenders to score a celebrated solo goal against NAC Breda, demonstrating the extraordinary close control behind his Ajax reputation.
2006
Ibrahimovic Powers Inter Comeback Against Roma
Zlatan Ibrahimović played for Inter as they recovered from a three goal deficit to defeat Roma four three after extra time in the Super Cup.
2008
Euro Goal Against Greece
Ibrahimović broke the deadlock with a powerful strike against Greece as Sweden secured a 2-0 victory at Euro 2008.
2012
Acrobatic Volley Against France
Ibrahimović struck a spectacular first-time volley against France at Euro 2012, inspiring a 2-0 Swedish victory despite earlier elimination.
Swedish Striker Launches PSG Spell
Zlatan Ibrahimović joined Paris Saint-Germain from AC Milan and rapidly transformed the club's attack with elite finishing and creative movement.
2013
Four Goals Against Anderlecht
Ibrahimović scored four times in a 5-0 Champions League group victory over Anderlecht, including an extraordinary long-range strike.
2016
Farewell European Championship
Ibrahimović captained Sweden at Euro 2016 before announcing his retirement from international football following the group-stage exit.
Two Goals in French Cup Final
Ibrahimović scored twice as Paris Saint-Germain beat Marseille 4-2 in the Coupe de France final, concluding his Paris career with another domestic trophy.
Records, sources and methodology
These dates and descriptions come from the historical_events database. Exact duplicate records have been collapsed. Names are grouped by the country, Name 2 and Name 1 fields; records with missing Name 2 cannot be reliably assigned to an individual biography. Check the underlying sources before formal citation.