Once again, there is mourning in Ljudski vrt: Former football player and later coach of Maribor’s youth selections, Milan Žurman, has passed away.
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Not long ago, they were shaken by the death of Franz Kek, father of Matjaž Kek, and now Maribor has bid farewell to another former player. At the age of 64, Milan Žurman passed away. He began his career at Maribor, later also playing for Rudar from Velenje and proving himself in neighboring Austria. After retiring from football, Milan Žurman dedicated himself to coaching. He worked as a coach both in Austria, where he was employed at the renowned Rapid Vienna, and in Slovenia, where he made the greatest impact working with the young players of Maribor.
“A sad day for all of us who hold the purple color close to our hearts. At the age of 64, Milan Žurman, the unforgettable purple goal scorer and coach of many generations of NK Maribor footballers, has passed away. Most recently, he was leading the U15 selection, despite battling illness, in a match on March 13. The boys defeated their peers from Šenčur 12-0, but health issues forced him off the field, and on Thursday morning, the beloved Migo lost his battle with a treacherous illness, leaving behind an extraordinary man and expert in Maribor and Slovenian football,” wrote Maribor on their club website.
In Ljudski vrt, they added: “The good spirit of Ljudski vrt, who inspired everyone around him with his human cheerfulness and positive energy, has marked various periods in purple. First, the 1980s, after regular appearances and effectiveness. As a driving force of a demanding project, when a new chapter began at Ljudski vrt with an emphasis on younger footballers. Milan Žurman excelled with his speed, powerful, and precise shots. He shook the nets as a forward or an offensively oriented midfielder. Together, he played 269 matches in purple and scored 82 goals, the last 4 in the 1996/97 season, when he returned home towards the end of his career and inscribed himself among the unforgettable heroes who brought the first national championship title to Ljudski vrt. He also made a significant contribution to the history of our club as a coach, leading the younger selections in the football school for many years. With great dedication, he imparted rich, valuable experiences, guided the boys on their developmental path, and led them to trophies. We extend our deepest, heartfelt condolences to all his relatives. Migo, rest in peace!“
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