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Football Biography

Jan Oblak

“Jan”

Slovenian flag Slovenian · Škofja Loka, Slovenia · Born 7 January 1993

Goalkeeper

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Arguably the world's best goalkeeper of the last decade, a shot-stopping machine whose consistency at Atlético Madrid has been extraordinary.

Jan Oblak was born in Škofja Loka, Slovenia on 7 January 1993. He joined Atlético Madrid from Benfica in 2014 and has since established himself as one of the greatest goalkeepers of his generation. His reflexes, positioning and ability to make crucial saves in big moments are unparalleled. He has won the Zamora Trophy (Spain's best goalkeeper award) a record six times. He won La Liga in 2021, two Europa Leagues and the UEFA Super Cup. He has made over 400 appearances for Atlético. He has earned over 65 caps for Slovenia and captains the national team.

Famous For

Winning the Zamora Trophy six times in La Liga

He has won the Zamora Trophy for Spain's best goalkeeper a record six times, more than any other keeper in La Liga history.

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Playing Style

How They Played

Exceptional shot-stopping ability, commanding presence, excellent distribution and penalty saves

Legacy

Lasting Impact

One of the greatest goalkeepers of his generation and Slovenia's most successful footballer

Honours & Achievements

Career Honours

  • La Liga 2021
  • Europa League 2x
  • UEFA Super Cup 2018
  • Zamora Trophy 6x
  • Europa League 2018
  • Europa League 2012
Club Career
Club Period Fee Apps Goals Shirt
Olimpija Ljubljana2009–2012350#13
Benfica2012–2014€1.6M160
Rio Ave2013–2013loan270
Atlético Madrid2014–46716#11
Slovenian flag Slovenia68
Career Journey

Timeline

2009 📌 Professional debut with Olimpija Ljubljana
2010 🌍 Slovenia national team debut
2012 📌 Transfer to Benfica
2014 📌 Transfer to Atlético Madrid for €16M
2016 🥇 First Zamora Trophy win
2018 🏆 Europa League and UEFA Super Cup winner
2021 🏆 La Liga title with Atlético Madrid
2022 🎯 Reached 50 international caps for Slovenia
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

5 common questions about Jan Oblak

A record six, more than any other goalkeeper in La Liga history.

His reflexes, positioning and ability to produce match-winning saves with remarkable consistency.

La Liga in 2021, two Europa Leagues and the UEFA Super Cup.

He has earned over 65 caps and captains the Slovenian national team.

Jan Oblak was born on 7 January 1993 in Škofja Loka, Slovenia.