Pavol Gostič


Pavol Gostič is a Slovak former footballer who played as a forward.

Early life

Gostič grew up idolizing Czechoslovakia international Marián Masný.

Club career

Gostič was part of what was regarded as the successful 1990s Slovan Bratislava generation of players and helped the club win the last Czechoslovakian league title and the first Slovak league title. He formed an attacking trio with Slovakia internationals Jaroslav Timko and Peter Dubovský.

International career

Gostič played for the Slovakia national team.

Style of play

Gostič mainly operated as a forward and was known for his fast feet and diving trick called "Gostič's bicycle", which helped Slovan gain penalty kicks.

Managerial career

After retiring from professional football, Gostič worked as a youth manager.

Personal life

Gostič has been a supporter of Slovak side Slovan.