002 Asmir Begovic

Asmir Begović, born on June 20, 1987, in Trebinje (now part of Bosnia and Herzegovina), is a professional football goalkeeper best known for his agility and composure under pressure. Forced to leave his homeland due to the Bosnian War, Begović spent part of his childhood in Germany before immigrating to Canada, where he developed a passion for football. As a teenager, he joined the youth ranks at Portsmouth in England, eventually making his senior debut in 2009.

After loan spells at various clubs, Begović established himself as a Premier League stalwart at Stoke City, earning praise for his consistency between the posts. He later moved to Chelsea, where he served as a reliable backup and earned a Premier League winner’s medal in 2017. Subsequent stints at AFC Bournemouth, AC Milan, and Everton further highlighted his quality. Internationally, he represented Bosnia and Herzegovina, becoming their first-choice goalkeeper during the 2014 World Cup in Brazil.