Edin Cocalić


Edin Cocalić is a Bosnian professional footballer who plays as a centre back for Turkish club Akhisarspor.
Cocalić began his professional career at Željezničar, before joining Panionios in 2010. Two years later, he moved to Maccabi Haifa. In 2015, he was transferred to Mechelen. Four years later, he signed with Akhisarspor.
A former youth international for Bosnia and Herzegovina, Cocalić made his senior international debut in 2015, earning 10 caps until 2017.

Club career

Early career

Cocalić came through Željezničar's youth academy, which he joined in 1999. He made his professional debut in 2006 at the age of 18.
In January 2010, Cocalić went to Greek club Panionios.
In January 2012, Cocalić moved to Israeli outfit Maccabi Haifa.

Mechelen

On 31 January 2015, Cocalić signed a three-and-a-half deal with Belgian side Mechelen. A week later, he made his official debut for the club against Charleroi. Two months later, he scored his first goal for Mechelen against Waasland-Beveren.
In January 2017, Cocalić agreed to a new contract expiring in June 2020.
On 23 January 2018, he played his 100th game for the team against St. Truiden.
In spite of Mechelen's relegation to Belgian First Division B in March 2018, Cocalić decided to stay at the club, and even extended his contract for additional season.

Akhisarspor

On 21 January 2019, Cocalić was transferred to Turkish team Akhisarspor for an undisclosed fee. A week later, on his competitive debut for the club, he scored a goal and saw straight red card.
Even though Akhisarspor got relegated to 1. Lig at the end of season, Cocalić chose to stay with the team.

International career

Cocalić represented Bosnia and Herzegovina on all youth levels. He also served as captain of the under-17 team.
In March 2015, he received his first senior call-up, for games against Andorra and Austria. Cocalić debuted in convincing triumph over former on 28 March.

Personal life

Cocalić married his long-time girlfriend Merima in March 2010. Together they have two children, a girl and a boy.

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