20 Facts About Ruben Zadkovich

Ruben Zadkovich played for six clubs in a career that spanned between England and Australia.

Ruben Zadkovich has made several appearances for the Young Socceroos, most notably at the FIFA World Youth Championship.

Ruben Zadkovich travelled with the squad to the FIFA Club World Championship and despite not making an appearance he impressed coach Littbarski, being called in as a short-term replacement for injured Ufuk Talay late in the season.

Ruben Zadkovich was allowed to leave the club in March 2008.

On 17 April 2008, it was revealed Ruben Zadkovich had signed a two-year deal with English club Derby County, although his registration was unable to be completed before 1 July.

Ruben Zadkovich struggled with injuries during his time at Derby and, after seven appearances for the club, cancelled his contract by mutual consent on 23 January 2010.

On 6 April 2010, Ruben Zadkovich confirmed that he had signed a three-year contract with the Newcastle Jets which would see him return to play his football in Australia.

Ruben Zadkovich played 97 games over four seasons with the Jets.

Ruben Zadkovich was appointed captain in his third season and led the team until he was recruited by Perth Glory in 2014.

On 29 May 2014, Ruben Zadkovich received an early release from Newcastle Jets and signed with Perth Glory.

On 15 November 2014, Ruben Zadkovich made his debut, coming on as a substitute against Western Sydney Wanderers.

On 22 November 2014, Ruben Zadkovich came on as a substitute against Wellington Phoenix in the 61st minute but was sent off after seventeen seconds due to a two-footed tackle.

On 8 May 2016, after not playing a single match in the season due to injury, Ruben Zadkovich retired from playing football.

Ruben Zadkovich made his debut for Australia at right-back in the last home game of the first round of the 2010 World Cup qualifications, against China, at ANZ Stadium on 22 June 2008.

Ruben Zadkovich took part in the 2008 Olympics with Australia.

Ruben Zadkovich was appointed manager of Hills United in September 2020, leaving the role one month later.

Ruben Zadkovich was appointed assistant manager of Perth Glory in October 2020.

Ruben Zadkovich was appointed as permanent head coach in May 2022.

Ruben Zadkovich departed Perth Glory after his first full season in charge, following a ninth-placed finish.

Ruben Zadkovich managed the Brisbane Roar team that toured to India and took part in 2024 Bhausaheb Bandodkar Memorial Trophy.