Swedish · Malmö, Sweden · Born 3 October 1981Swedish striker and one of football's most prolific goalscorers, known for his acrobatic goals, technical ability, and charismatic personality.
Zlatan Ibrahimović was born in Malmö, Sweden in 1981, the son of a Bosnian father and Croatian mother who had emigrated to Sweden. He developed at Malmö FF and Ajax before Juventus signed him in 2004. He won league titles in seven different countries — Netherlands, Italy (twice), Spain, France (four times), England and USA — a unique record. He played for Ajax, Juventus, Inter Milan, Barcelona, AC Milan, PSG, Manchester United, LA Galaxy and AC Milan again. His PSG career (2012–16) produced 156 goals in 180 appearances and four consecutive Ligue 1 titles. He returned to AC Milan at 38 and scored 30 goals in his first two seasons, including the decisive goal in the 2022 Serie A title. He earned 116 caps for Sweden, scoring 62 goals — the national record. His bicycle kick against England in 2012 — a 30-yard overhead volley — is the most celebrated individual goal in international football of the modern era. His combination of size (6ft 5in), skill and confidence made him one of football's most unique personalities.
Scoring spectacular acrobatic goals and playing for multiple top European clubs
He won league titles in four different countries — Holland, Italy, Spain and France — the only player in football history to achieve this.
Did You Know?How They Played
Tall, technical striker with exceptional ball control, aerial ability and acrobatic finishing
Lasting Impact
One of the most charismatic and technically gifted strikers of his generation
Career Honours
- Ligue 1 4x (PSG)
- Serie A 3x (Inter)
- La Liga 2010 (Barcelona)
- Eredivisie 2002, 2004 (Ajax)
- Serie A 2011 (Milan)
- Allsvenskan 1999 (Malmö)
- Champions League 2009
- Europa League 2017
- UEFA Euro 2004 Quarter-finals
- Serie A 2021/22 (AC Milan – 2nd spell)
- Coppa Italia 2005/06 (Inter)
- Coppa Italia 2007/08 (Inter)
- Supercoppa Italiana 2006/07 (Inter)
- Supercoppa Italiana 2008/09 (Inter)
- Supercoppa Italiana 2011/12 (AC Milan)
- UEFA Super Cup 2009 (Barcelona)
- FIFA Club World Cup 2009 (Barcelona)
- Supercopa de España 2010 (Barcelona)
- Trophée des Champions 2013/14 (PSG)
- Trophée des Champions 2014/15 (PSG)
- Trophée des Champions 2015/16 (PSG)
- Coupe de France 2014/15 (PSG)
- Coupe de France 2015/16 (PSG)
- Coupe de la Ligue 2013/14 (PSG)
- Coupe de la Ligue 2014/15 (PSG)
- Coupe de la Ligue 2015/16 (PSG)
- EFL Cup 2016/17 (Manchester United)
- UEFA Europa League 2016/17 (Manchester United)
- Community Shield 2016/17 (Manchester United)
- KNVB Cup 2001/02 (Ajax)
- Johan Cruyff Shield 2002/03 (Ajax)
- Guldbollen (Swedish Footballer of the Year) x12
| Club | Period | Fee | Apps | Goals | Shirt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malmö FF | 1999–2001 | — | 40 | 58 | #9 |
| Ajax | 2001–2004 | — | 110 | 35 | — |
| Juventus | 2004–2006 | — | 92 | 26 | — |
| Barcelona | 2009–2010 | — | 46 | 22 | — |
| Inter Milan | 2006–2009 | €24.8m | 117 | 66 | — |
| AC Milan | 2010–2012 | €24m | 85 | 56 | — |
| Paris Saint-Germain | 2012–2016 | Free | 180 | 156 | — |
| Manchester United | 2016–2018 | Free | 53 | 29 | — |
| LA Galaxy | 2018–2019 | Free | 58 | 53 | — |
| AC Milan (2nd spell) | 2020–2023 | — | 61 | 30 | — |
 Sweden | — | — | 122 | 62 | — |
Swedish Athletes