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My Take
Dávid Hancko is exactly the kind of footballer who makes you appreciate the unglamorous work that holds a team together. Born in Prievidza, Slovakia in 1997, he came up through Fiorentina before finding his real stride at Feyenoord, where he became one of the most reliable centre-backs in the Eredivisie and a key figure in their Champions League campaigns. He reads the game smartly, is comfortable on the ball, and carries that calm authority you want from a defender. Watching him grow into the Slovakia national team as a genuine leader has been satisfying — Slovakia punches above its weight in major tournaments, and Hancko is a big reason why. His move to Atlético Madrid feels like a natural next step, stepping into the elite pressure cooker. The quiet ones who just keep performing tend to age really well.
1. Profile
- Name (English)
- Dávid Hancko
- Name (Japanese)
- ダヴィド・ハンコ
- Reading
- だゔぃど・はんこ
- Born
- December 13, 1997 (age 28)
- Zodiac / Chinese zodiac
- Sagittarius / Ox
- Origin
- Prievidza, Trenčín Region, Slovakia
- Height
- 2 cm
- Occupation
- association football player
4. Personality
Motto
Private
6. Links
Frequently asked questions
When was Dávid Hancko born?
Born December 13, 1997 (age 28).
Where is Dávid Hancko from?
Dávid Hancko is from Prievidza, Trenčín Region, Slovakia.
What does Dávid Hancko do?
Dávid Hancko works as association football player.
How tall is Dávid Hancko?
Dávid Hancko is 2 cm.
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7. About this entry
Tags
- Last updated
- 2026-06-02
Facts are limited to publicly available information up to 2024; non-public or unconfirmed items are omitted. English text is machine-assisted (facts translated by Sonnet, "My Take" written by Opus 4.8). The Japanese page is the source of record.