Momčilo Vukotić 1950 – 2021

Biography

Momčilo Vukotić was born on June 2, 1950, in Belgrade, where he would spend much of his life devoted to football. He became a prominent figure in Yugoslav football, building a career that spanned both his years as a player and his work in football management. His contributions to the sport reflected the rich sporting tradition of his homeland during a transformative period in European football history.

Throughout his career, Vukotić earned respect within football circles for his knowledge of the game and his dedication to the sport. Whether on the pitch or in a coaching capacity, he remained connected to the football community that had shaped his life. His presence in Yugoslav football represented a generation of athletes and managers who helped define the country’s sporting legacy during the latter half of the twentieth century.

Vukotić passed away on December 3, 2021, in his native Belgrade at the age of seventy-one. His death marked the end of a life deeply intertwined with the world of football. He is remembered as part of Yugoslav football’s enduring heritage, leaving behind a legacy connected to a sport he served throughout his lifetime.