Amra Džeko sends heartfelt message to husband Edin ahead of World Cup
Translated from Croatian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Amra Džeko sent an emotional message to her husband, footballer Edin Džeko, ahead of the World Cup, highlighting his dedication and sacrifices.
- She expressed pride in his journey from a young boy with dreams to a celebrated player on the world stage.
- Amra emphasized that his success is shared with those who supported him and wished him luck representing Bosnia and Herzegovina.
As the World Cup approaches, Amra Džeko, wife of Bosnian football star Edin Džeko, has shared a heartfelt message celebrating his career and sacrifices.
They say that behind every success are years of work. I would add – and years of sacrifice, fatigue, doubt, but also immense love for what you do. Today I look at the boy who dreamed big dreams and never stopped believing in them. I look at the man who has earned his place where he is today through every training session and every step.
In an emotional Instagram post, Amra reflected on Edin's journey, acknowledging the years of hard work, self-denial, fatigue, and doubt that accompanied his pursuit of footballing dreams. She expressed immense pride in his dedication, noting how each training session and step taken has led him to his current standing.
"I look at the man who has earned his place where he is today through every training session and every step," Amra wrote. "I am proud of all the effort you have put in, of everything you have given up, of every obstacle you have overcome, and of every moment you have spent away from family to achieve your dreams."
I am proud of all the effort you have put in, of everything you have given up, of every obstacle you have overcome, and of every moment you have spent away from family to achieve your dreams.
She emphasized that the sacrifices made by Edin and the family have a special meaning as he prepares to compete on the world's biggest football stage. "It wasn't easy for you or for us, but today, as you stand on the biggest football stage, all those sacrifices have a special meaning," she stated.
It wasn't easy for you or for us, but today, as you stand on the biggest football stage, all those sacrifices have a special meaning. And therefore, this success is not just yours – it belongs to everyone who loved you, believed in you, and waited for you to come home.
Amra concluded by highlighting the honor of representing their country, Bosnia and Herzegovina, wishing Edin success and encouraging him to savor every moment of the World Cup. She assured him of their unwavering support as his loudest fans.
There is no greater honor than representing your country, and you will carry our Bosnia and Herzegovina as it deserves – with heart, pride, and dignity.
Originally published by Večernji List in Croatian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.