Dževad Prekazi, Partizan and Galatasaray winger, dies aged 70
Prekazi, a star of former Yugoslav football, played for Partizan (1976–1983) and Galatasaray (185 matches, 1985–1991).
Dževad Prekazi has died at the age of 70, Serbian reports said on the evening of November 8, 2026. He was remembered as one of the most prominent wingers of former Yugoslavia and a long-standing figure for Partizan fans.
Prekazi wore the Partizan shirt from 1976 to 1983 and collected three Yugoslav championship titles during that spell. His performances made him a favorite among the club's supporters.
He later enjoyed a successful spell in Turkey with Galatasaray: from 1985 to 1991 he played 185 matches and won two national league titles.
After leaving Partizan he also featured for Hajduk Split and spent six months in the United States with the Baltimore Blasters. He also played for Altay and made three appearances for Yugoslavia's youth national team.
Following his playing days Prekazi worked as a coach — he managed Zeleznik on two occasions without notable success and coached youth teams at several domestic clubs.
Legacy
Partizan issued a statement after the news of his death, and supporters and former teammates have been recalling his impact on the pitch. Prekazi's name holds a distinct place in the history of Yugoslav football and among former Partizan players.
Photo: press material from the event
