Player: Karel Poborský

• Full name: Karel Poborský
• Date of birth: March 30, 1972
• Place of birth: České Budějovice, Czechoslovakia (now Czech Republic)
• Nationality: Czech
• Position: Right winger / Attacking midfielder
• Height: 1.78 m (5 ft 10 in)

Club career (selected):

• 1991–1994: Dynamo České Budějovice (Czech Republic)
• 1994–1996: SK Slavia Prague (Czech Republic)
• 1996–1998: Manchester United (England)
• 1998–2000: Benfica (Portugal)
• 2000–2002: Lazio (Italy)
• 2002–2003: Sparta Prague (Czech Republic)
• 2003–2008: FK Viktoria Žižkov / Return to Dynamo České Budějovice and Sparta Prague (various Czech clubs)

International career (Czech Republic):

• Caps: 118
• Goals: 8
• Period: 1994–2006
• Key tournaments: UEFA Euro 1996 (runner-up); UEFA Euro 2000; FIFA World Cup 2006
• Notable moment: Famous for the "Poborský lob" — a memorable chipped goal over the goalkeeper for the Czech Republic against Portugal at Euro 1996, widely regarded as one of the tournament's best goals.

Style of play: Creative winger known for pace, dribbling, precise crossing and a signature ability to pick out incisive passes or chip shots. Efficient at creating chances from wide areas and set pieces.

Honours & recognition:

• UEFA European Championship runner-up: 1996 (with Czech Republic)
• Domestic cups and league titles with various Czech clubs and contributions to Benfica and Lazio squads during his spells
• Widely regarded as one of the best Czech players of his generation and a national team legend for his longevity and impact.

Post-playing career: After retirement he has been involved in football administration and various roles in Czech football; he has also remained a popular figure in Czech football circles.