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Igor Tudor (born April 16, 1978) is a Croatian football manager and former defender. He won two Serie A titles with Juventus and helped Croatia finish third at the 1998 FIFA World Cup. Since retiring in 2008, he has coached multiple European clubs, earning a reputation for disciplined, high-intensity tactics.
Quick Bio
- Full Name: Igor Tudor
- Date of Birth: April 16, 1978
- Age: 48 years (as of 2026)
- Birthplace: Split, Croatia (formerly Yugoslavia)
- Nationality: Croatian
- Ethnicity: Croat (South Slavic).
- Profession: Football Manager, Former Professional Footballer
- Playing Position: Defender / Defensive Midfielder
- Height: 6 feet 2.5 inches (189 cm)
- Years Active (Player): 1995 – 2008
- Years Active (Manager): 2012 – Present
- Estimated Net Worth: $5–10 million (approx.)
Early Life, Family & Education
Born in Split, Croatia, Igor Tudor developed through the youth academy of HNK Hajduk Split.
Growing up in a football-driven culture, he quickly emerged as one of the most promising defensive talents in Croatian football.
His tactical awareness and physical dominance laid the foundation for a successful European career.
Parents & Education
Igor Tudor was born and raised in Split, Croatia, where he developed his football skills through the HNK Hajduk Split youth academy.
There are no publicly verified records of his parents’ names or details about his formal academic education. His primary formative training was in football through his youth club system.
Playing Career
Hajduk Split (1995–1998): 63 league appearances, 6 goals.
Juventus (1998–2007): 174 appearances (all competitions), 21 goals. Won Serie A titles in 2001–02 and 2002–03, plus the Supercoppa Italiana.
Siena (Loan, 2005–2006): 39 league appearances, 2 goals.
Return to Hajduk Split (2007–2008): Final professional season before retirement.
International Career (1997–2006): 55 caps for Croatia, 3 goals. Member of Croatia’s 1998 FIFA World Cup third-place squad.
Career Statistics
- Total Club Appearances (All Competitions): 276
- Total Club Goals: 29
- Croatia Caps: 55
- Croatia Goals: 3
Managerial Career
- Assistant Coach — Croatia National Team (2012–2013)
- Manager — Hajduk Split (2013–2015)
- Manager — PAOK (2015–2016)
- Manager — Karabükspor (2016–2017)
- Manager — Galatasaray (2017)
- Manager — Udinese (2018; 2019)
- Manager — Hajduk Split (2020)
- Assistant Coach — Juventus (2020–2021, under Andrea Pirlo)
- Manager — Hellas Verona (2021–2022)
- Manager — Olympique de Marseille (2022–2023) – 2nd place in Ligue 1
- Manager — Lazio (March 2024 – June 2024)
Coaching Style & Philosophy
Tudor prefers a 3-4-2-1 or 3-4-3 system emphasizing defensive structure, aggressive pressing, and vertical attacking transitions. His teams are recognized for physical intensity, compact organization, and disciplined build-up play.
Honors & Achievements
- Serie A Champion: 2001–02, 2002–03 (Juventus)
- Supercoppa Italiana Winner
- FIFA World Cup Third Place: 1998 (Croatia)
Physical Measurements
- Height: 6 feet 2.5 inches (189 cm)
- Weight: Approximately 82–85 kg (181–187 lbs) during playing career
- Body Type: Athletic
- Eye Color: Brown
- Hair Color: Dark Brown
- Dominant Foot: Right
Salary & Net Worth
Igor Tudor’s estimated net worth ranges between $5 million and $10 million, accumulated through his playing career in Serie A and managerial contracts across European leagues.
Social Media
- Instagram: @igor.tudor.official (not officially verified)
- X (Twitter): No official verified personal account
- Facebook: No official personal profile verified
- Public updates are shared mainly through club accounts
Relationship, Wife & Children
Igor Tudor is married to Stefanija Tudor.
Croatian media have reported the couple has been together for over 18 years, and they occasionally appear together at public events.
The Tudors maintain a relatively private family life.
Trivia
- Part of Croatia’s “Golden Generation” at the 1998 World Cup.
- Scored multiple long-range goals during his Juventus career.
- Worked as assistant coach at Juventus under Andrea Pirlo.
- Known for favoring three-man defensive systems.
- Retired early due to persistent ankle injuries.
- Coached in five different European countries.
- Led Marseille to a second-place Ligue 1 finish in 2022–23.
FAQs
How tall is Igor Tudor?
6 feet 2.5 inches (189 cm).
How old is Igor Tudor?
48 years old as of 2026.
How many caps did Igor Tudor earn for Croatia?
55 international appearances.
What trophies did Igor Tudor win?
Two Serie A titles and a Supercoppa Italiana with Juventus, plus a third-place World Cup finish with Croatia.
