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N.K. Dinamo Zagreb
Full name Nogometni Klub Dinamo Zagreb
Founded 1945
Ground Maksimir Stadium
Ground Capacity 38,923
Chairman Mirko Barišić
Manager Velimir Zajec
League Prva HNL
2010/11 Prva HNL, Champions

N.K. Dinamo Zagreb is a very famous football club from Croatia. They play their home games at Maksimir Stadium in Zagreb. This club has a long and exciting history, known for winning many championships and being one of the top teams in Croatian football.

The Club's Changing Names

Like many old and important clubs, Dinamo Zagreb has had a few different names over the years.

  • 1945-1991: The club was first known as Dinamo Zagreb.
  • 1991-1992: For a short time, their name changed to HAŠK-Građanski.
  • 1992-2000: After that, they were called Croatia Zagreb.
  • 2000-present: Finally, the club went back to its original and most famous name, Dinamo Zagreb.

Winning Many Championships

Dinamo Zagreb is one of the most successful football clubs in Croatia. They have won many league titles, which means they were the best team in their league for that season!

Yugoslav First League Titles

Before Croatia became an independent country, Dinamo Zagreb played in the Yugoslav First League. They won this league 4 times:

  • 1947/48
  • 1953/54
  • 1957/58
  • 1981/82

Croatian League Titles (Prva HNL)

After Croatia became independent, Dinamo Zagreb joined the Prva HNL, which is the top football league in Croatia. They have won this league many times, showing their strength and skill. Here are some of their wins:

  • 1992/93
  • 1995/96
  • 1996/97
  • 1997/98
  • 1998/99
  • 1999/00
  • 2002/03
  • 2005/06
  • 2006/07
  • 2007/08
  • 2008/09
  • 2009/10
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