TOMÁŠ HUBOČAN
Basic information
- Full name: Tomáš Hubočan
- Date of birth: October 18, 1985
- Place of birth: Ilava, Czechoslovakia (now Slovakia)
- Nationality: Slovak
- Position: Central defender / left-back
Club career (highlights)
- FK Dubnica – Began his senior career in Slovakia.
- Dynamo Moscow – Moved to Russia and established himself at a higher level.
- Zenit St. Petersburg – Joined one of Russia’s top clubs; won domestic titles and competed in European competitions.
- Örebro SK – Short loan spell in Sweden during his career.
- Omonia Nicosia – Played in Cyprus later in his career, contributing experience and defensive stability.
- Other clubs – Returned to Slovakia and also had spells at other clubs as his career progressed.
International career
- Slovakia national team caps: Long-serving international across multiple years (over 60 caps).
- Debut: Mid-2000s (established himself as a regular later in the decade).
- Major tournaments: Part of the Slovakia squad at UEFA Euro 2016, where Slovakia reached the round of 16.
- Role: Experienced defender, often used centrally or on the left side; provided leadership and defensive organization.
Playing style and attributes
- Strong positional sense and tackling ability.
- Able to play both centrally and as a left full-back, offering versatility.
- Good aerial ability and physical presence for defensive duties.
- Experience in European competitions and international matches contributed to leadership qualities.
Notable achievements
- Russian Premier League titles and domestic cups with Zenit St. Petersburg (part of squad during successful periods).
- Key member of the Slovak national team during their successful Euro 2016 qualification and tournament campaign.
After-playing / current status
- Later career saw returns to Slovak clubs and contributions as an experienced pro; exact current club status can change with transfers or retirement announcements.
Sources and further details
- For the latest statistics (appearances, goals, current club), consult up-to-date databases such as UEFA, FIFA, Transfermarkt, or national team records.