Croatia defender Domagoj Vida, one of the most recognisable players in his country's history, is married to Ivana Vida, who won the Miss Croatia Universe title in 2014. The couple's relationship began after they met in a Zagreb nightclub.
Vida became a national hero during Croatia's run to the 2018 World Cup final in Russia, where they lost to France in a seven-goal thriller. His flowing locks and intense expression made him a distinctive figure on the pitch, and cameras soon picked out his wife in the stands.
A romance that started in Zagreb
Vida and Ivana have remained together since their first meeting, with Ivana already by his side when she claimed her Miss Croatia Universe crown in 2014. The couple welcomed their first baby in 2015.
Ivana has followed Vida through his moves across Europe, relocating from Croatia to Ukraine, then to Turkey and on to Greece.
Career moves after World Cup glory
After the 2018 World Cup, Vida was linked with a Premier League switch, with West Ham, Liverpool and Arsenal all mentioned as potential suitors. He instead signed for Besiktas before moving to AEK Athens in 2022, where, at 37, he continues to play, though his appearances have been limited to the Greek Cup, with bench duty in the league.
Vida last played for Croatia in 2024, featuring for the full 90 minutes in friendlies against Egypt and North Macedonia.
