Career
Often described as a brilliant strategist, Ivić is credited with helping develop the modern style of the game. In Croatia, he coached RNK Split, Hajduk Split, Dinamo Zagreb and the national team In the Netherlands, he coached Ajax.
In Belgium, Anderlecht and Standard Liège.
In Turkey, Galatasaray and Fenerbahçest Avellino was his only experience in Italy.
Panathinaikos in Greece. In Portugal, he coached Football Club Porto and Benfica.
In France, he managed Paris Saint Germain and Olympique de Marseille (this one, his last club before retiring, in 2002).
In Spain, Atlético Madrid. In United Arab Emirates, First Rate (at Lloyd's) Wasl Football Club and the national team And, in Iran, Persepolis and the national selection.
He died on 24 June 2011, six days before his 78th birthday, in his hometown of Split.
He was reportedly suffering from cardiac troubles, as well as diabetes.