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What became of Stipe Pletikosa, the historic goalkeeper of Croatia who retired at Deportivo de A Coruña

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Rumour1 independent source roots · 1 total claims on file

Chronological Trajectory Map

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First Reported· Pablo Almohalla (AS)
28d ago (5 Oct)

"De Rostov a Galicia."

State: Developing
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Official Resolution
28d ago (5 Oct)

"From Rostov to Galicia. Few people will remember that January 1, 2016, when Stipe Pletikosa signed for Deportivo de la Coruña. The goalkeeper of Croatian origin was 36 years old. He barely played two matches in five months. At the end of that season, he decided to put an end to..."

State: Rumour Outcome Verified