Zdeněk Grygera
Zdeněk Grygera stands as a defining figure among Czech Republic Athletes of the Generation X.
Czech footballer
"Zdeněk Grygera's most defining career moment was arguably his pivotal role in the Czech Republic's run to the semi-finals of UEFA Euro 2004." — About Zdeněk Grygera
| Metric | Zdeněk Grygera | Avg Athlete | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age | 45 | 48 | -3 yrs |
| Height | 185cm (6'1") | 174cm | +11cm |
| Career length | 27 yrs | ~35 yrs | -8 yrs |
| Based on 416 Athlete profiles in our database | |||
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Facts about Zdeněk Grygera
Did you know that Zdeněk Grygera played alongside global superstars like Zlatan Ibrahimović at Ajax and Gianluigi Buffon at Juventus?
- Grygera won two Eredivisie titles with AFC Ajax in 2002 and 2004, often playing alongside Rafael van der Vaart.
- He was part of the Czech Republic squad that reached the semi-finals of UEFA Euro 2004, losing narrowly to eventual champions Greece.
- His transfer to Juventus in 2007 was a free transfer after his contract with Ajax expired, a shrewd move for the Turin club.
- Grygera's career at Fulham in the Premier League was unfortunately cut short by a severe anterior cruciate ligament injury in 2011.
- He made 65 appearances for the Czech national team, scoring three goals, including one against the Netherlands in a Euro 2004 qualifier.
Zdeněk Grygera's most defining career moment was arguably his pivotal role in the Czech Republic's run to the semi-finals of UEFA Euro 2004. As a solid right-back, he contributed significantly to a team that played exciting football and was considered one of the tournament's dark horses. This performance cemented his reputation as a top-tier European defender.
Zdeněk Grygera is remembered as a versatile and dependable defender, a key component of successful Ajax and Czech Republic teams. His legacy is one of consistent professionalism and defensive solidity during a significant era for Czech football.