Peter Pekarík (born 30 July 1986) is a Slovak professional footballer who has been a long-serving member of the Slovakia national team.

• Full name: Peter Pekarík
• Date of birth: 30 July 1986
• Place of birth: Žilina, Czechoslovakia (now Slovakia)
• Position: Right-back (can also play as a right wing-back or right midfielder)
• National team: Slovakia
• Notable attributes: Defensive reliability, stamina, crossing ability, strong work-rate

Club career (high-level):

• Started at MŠK Žilina (Slovakia) — progressed through youth ranks to first team, winning domestic titles.
• Had spells abroad including VfL Wolfsburg (Germany) — multiple Bundesliga seasons, also played on loan at Hertha BSC before joining them permanently.
• Long-term presence in the German top two divisions, known for consistency and professionalism.

International career highlights:

• Made his senior debut for Slovakia in 2006.
• Accumulated well over 100 caps for Slovakia, becoming one of the country's most-capped players (centurion).
• Represented Slovakia at major tournaments, notably UEFA Euro 2016 — where Slovakia reached the Round of 16 — and the 2010 FIFA World Cup qualifying campaigns and other qualification cycles.

Legacy: Peter Pekarík is regarded as one of Slovakia’s most dependable defenders over the past decade and a half, valued for his experience, leadership and versatility on the right flank.