03.05.2026 23:50
Former Fenerbahçe star Edin Dzeko, despite being 40 years old, made a significant contribution to Schalke 04's success in earning promotion to the Bundesliga. Experiencing a second spring in his career, Dzeko supported his team with 6 goals and 3 assists in 9 matches. The Bosnian striker also played a leading role in guiding his country to the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Former Fenerbahce star Edin Dzeko continues to make a name for himself in the football world despite his advancing age.
ANOTHER CHAMPIONSHIP FOR DZEKO
The 40-year-old experienced striker, who has been continuing his career with the German side Schalke 04 since January, has added another success by playing a key role in his team's promotion back to the Bundesliga.
CONTRIBUTED TO 9 GOALS IN 9 MATCHES
The Bosnian forward, who left Fenerbahce at the beginning of the season and transferred first to Fiorentina and then to Schalke, is experiencing a second spring in Germany. Although he has only played 9 matches (556 minutes) for Schalke this season, he has directly contributed to a total of 9 goals with a performance of 6 goals and 3 assists.
TOOK HIS COUNTRY TO THE WORLD CUP
Dzeko's success this season was not limited to the club level. The experienced player, who was part of the Bosnia and Herzegovina squad that eliminated Italy on penalties in the final of the 2026 FIFA World Cup European Qualifiers, was among the leading figures who took his country to the World Cup for the second time after 2014.
FENERBAHCE CAREER
Dzeko, who became a fan favorite during his two full seasons wearing the yellow-navy jersey, achieved an impressive statistic of 46 goals and 18 assists in 99 official matches for Fenerbahce. Despite being 40 years old, Edin Dzeko, who makes people say "no way" with his physical quality and effectiveness in front of goal, is preparing to compete against the giants of the Bundesliga next season.