Danko Matrljan

Danko Matrljan is a Croatian former professional football striker who played for HNK Rijeka, NK Pomorac 1921, HNK Orijent, French club US Orléans and Spanish side CD Logroñés. One of the defining moments of his career came on 24 October 1984, when Rijeka defeated Real Madrid CF 3–1 in the UEFA Cup at Stadion Kantrida what remains one of the greatest victories in Rijeka’s history. After retiring as a player, Matrljan moved into coaching. He worked in several roles at HNK Rijeka, including as an assistant coach under Matjaž Kek that led HNK Rijeka to its first Croatian Football League title and the domestic double in 2016–17.