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Vanja Smiljanic | |||
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Personal information | |||
Born | [1] | 27 January 1990||
Nationality | Australian | ||
Height | 1.70 m (5 ft 7 in) | ||
Playing position | Central back | ||
Club information | |||
Current club | Melbourne HC | ||
National team | |||
Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
Australia | 19 [1] | (87) |
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