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Goran Lozanovski

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Goran Lozanovski
Born (1974-01-11) January 11, 1974 (age 52)
Australia
Occupation(s)Soccer player (retired), coach
Years active1990s–2008 (player), 2007–present (coach)
Known forPlaying career in National Soccer League, coaching in Victorian Premier League

Goran Lozanovski (born 11 January 1974) is a retired Australian soccer professional who currently holds the position of senior coach at Altona Magic.

Club

Renowned for his proficiency in set pieces, Lozanovski launched his National Soccer League journey with Preston Lions before transferring to Adelaide City, where he played a role in securing the 1993/94 championship title.

Subsequently, he signed with Collingwood Warriors; following the club's dissolution, he moved to South Melbourne in 1997, joining under the guidance of coach Ange Postecoglou. During his tenure there, he contributed to winning two grand finals in the 1997–1998 and 1998–1999 seasons. In the 1999 Grand Final against Sydney United, Lozanovski was awarded the Joe Marston Medal as South Melbourne triumphed 3–2.

His achievements at South Melbourne paved the way for a transfer to Alemannia Aachen in Germany’s 2. Bundesliga, alongside fellow Australian Mark Rudan. Lozanovski featured in only 12 matches before departing amid the 2001 'suitcase affair' scandal, which involved financial misconduct related to their transfers. While Rudan faced brief arrest, legal action was ultimately taken against the club’s treasurer Bernd Krings, who was found guilty of fraud. Both players were exonerated and exited the club shortly thereafter.

Upon returning to Australia, Lozanovski had spells with Adelaide City, Adelaide United, and Western Strikers during the closing stages of the National Soccer League era. He wrapped up his playing career competing in the Victorian State Leagues with Heidelberg United and Preston Lions, retiring in 2008.

Managerial

Following retirement, Lozanovski immediately assumed the head coaching role at Preston Lions. He then had short managerial periods at Hume City and Bentleigh Greens before taking charge of Northcote City. In 2012, he was elevated to head coach after Peter Tsolakis left for South Melbourne.

In 2013, Lozanovski guided Northcote FC to their inaugural Victorian Premier League Championship by overcoming Bentleigh Greens in what was the league’s final season prior to its rebranding as the National Premier Leagues Victoria. He stepped down after the 2015 campaign and served as Assistant Manager at Port Melbourne SC during 2016.

In 2023, Lozanovski made a return to manage Altona Magic for a second spell, expressing both pride and excitement about reuniting with his original club and preparing for the upcoming 2024 season.

Player

Adelaide City

South Melbourne FC

Australia

Manager

Preston Lions FC

Northcote City FC

External links

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