Zvonimir Boban is a retired Croatian footballer, born on October 8, 1969, in Makarska, Croatia. He is best known for his time as a midfielder with AC Milan and the Croatian national team. Boban was a key player during the 1990s, contributing to AC Milan's success in both domestic and international competitions. Boban played a significant role in the Croatian national team's journey to the 1998 FIFA World Cup, where they finished third. He is remembered for his skillful play, leadership on the field, and his contributions to the development of Croatian football after the country's independence.