Miloš Degenek

3.1. VfB Stuttgart II

Degenek started his youth career playing for Bonnyrigg White Eagles FC (2002-2007), Blacktown City FC (2007-2009), FNSW NTC (2009), and the FFA Centre of Excellence (2010-2012). In the summer of 2012, he joined the under-19 team of VfB Stuttgart in Germany. He was called up to the first team for the first time in November 2012 by manager Bruno Labbadia, though he did not make a senior appearance. He spent the 2012-13 season with the U19 side.

Degenek made his professional debut for VfB Stuttgart II in the 3. Liga on July 26, 2013, against SV Darmstadt 98. However, his time at Stuttgart II was hampered by injuries, limiting him to only 9 appearances during the 2013-14 season. He did not make any appearances in the 2014-15 season due to continued injury setbacks. At the end of the 2014-15 season, he was among the players expected to leave the club.

3.2. TSV 1860 Munich

At the start of the 2015-16 season, Degenek went on trial with 2. Bundesliga club 1860 Munich and subsequently signed a two-year contract. He made his debut for 1860 Munich in the season's opening game on July 26, 2015, playing the full match in a 1-0 loss against 1. FC Heidenheim. He quickly established himself in the starting eleven, initially playing in defensive midfield. On September 19, 2015, he scored his first goal for the club in a 1-1 draw against 1. FC Kaiserslautern. Despite facing competition and two suspensions, Degenek made 28 appearances and scored once in all competitions during his first season.

For the 2016-17 season, Degenek shifted his position to central defense. He maintained his starting role until he suffered a medial meniscal tear along the MCL in September 2016, which sidelined him for several weeks. Upon his return, he struggled to regain a consistent first-team place for the remainder of the year.

3.3. Yokohama F. Marinos

On January 26, 2017, Degenek left 1860 Munich four months before his contract expired and joined Japanese club Yokohama F. Marinos. He later stated that this move was crucial for maintaining his international career. He debuted for Yokohama F. Marinos on February 25, 2017, against Urawa Red Diamonds. He swiftly became a regular starter, contributing to a 14-match unbeaten run for the team. He also provided an assist for Takashi Kanai in a 1-0 victory over Ventforet Kofu. Despite being relegated to the substitute bench towards the end of the 2017 season, Degenek finished his first season with 28 appearances in all competitions and was named in the J.League Young Players' Best XI.

Ahead of the 2018 season, Ange Postecoglou, who had previously called Degenek up to the Australian senior team, was appointed as the new manager. Degenek also signed a new contract with the club. He continued to be a central figure in the team's defense, scoring his first goal for the club in a 4-4 draw against Shonan Bellmare on April 21, 2018. He scored again in the J.League Cup on May 16, 2018, in a 2-1 win over Albirex Niigata. Three days later, on May 19, 2018, Degenek scored his third goal of the season in a 5-2 win over V-Varen Nagasaki, which marked his final appearance for Yokohama F. Marinos. He made 15 appearances and scored 3 goals for the club in all competitions during this period.

3.4. Red Star Belgrade

On July 5, 2018, Degenek joined Red Star Belgrade, the club he supported since childhood, signing a three-year contract. The transfer fee was unofficially reported as 200.00 K EUR. He was officially announced the next day, choosing to wear the number 5 jersey.

Degenek made his debut for Red Star Belgrade in the second leg of the First qualifying round for the 2018-19 UEFA Champions League campaign, playing as a central defender against FK Spartaks Jūrmala on July 17, 2018. His Serbian SuperLiga debut came on July 20, 2018, in a 3-0 victory over FK Dinamo Vranje. On August 29, 2018, Degenek provided two assists in a crucial 2-2 draw against FC Red Bull Salzburg, which secured Red Star Belgrade's qualification for the group stage of the 2018-19 UEFA Champions League, a significant achievement for the club.

3.5. Al-Hilal

On January 12, 2019, Degenek was transferred to Saudi Arabian club Al-Hilal for 3.00 M EUR, signing a three-and-a-half-year contract. This move was described by Degenek as a difficult decision for Red Star Belgrade, made to secure a transfer fee for the club. On April 23, 2019, he was named man of the match in a 1-0 victory against Esteghlal in the group stage of the 2019 AFC Champions League.

3.6. Return to Red Star Belgrade

On July 22, 2019, after just over six months with Al-Hilal, Degenek was loaned back to his former club, Red Star Belgrade. This move was influenced by the arrival of Jang Hyun-soo at Al-Hilal, which threatened Degenek's playing time. The agreement included a one-year loan with a purchase option for 1.50 M EUR. After playing just two games, Red Star activated the purchase clause on August 31, 2019, making his return permanent.

Degenek scored in a 2-2 draw in the first leg of the 2019 Champions League play-off round against BSC Young Boys. Red Star advanced on away goals, securing their second consecutive Champions League group stage appearance. On September 25, he scored his first league goal for Red Star in a 3-1 victory over FK Voždovac. On November 4, 2021, Degenek received a direct red card in a 1-0 UEFA Europa League loss to FC Midtjylland.

3.7. Columbus Crew

On January 24, 2022, Degenek signed with American club Columbus Crew in Major League Soccer (MLS). He stated that the move was driven by his desire to maintain fitness and secure playing time ahead of the 2022 FIFA World Cup, as he was no longer a first-choice option at Red Star. On September 1, Degenek was included in the MLS Team of the Week for his performance in a 1-0 win against Inter Miami CF.

3.8. Second return to Red Star Belgrade

On July 24, 2023, Degenek made his third return to Red Star Belgrade for an undisclosed fee. This move coincided with the departure of Strahinja Eraković from the club, creating a need for a central defender.

3.9. FK TSC

Miloš Degenek is scheduled to join FK TSC on January 27, 2025.

4.1. Youth career

Degenek captained the Australian national under-15 team in two friendly matches against Japan in April 2009. For the Australia under-16 team, he made his first appearance on October 6, 2009, against Laos in the 2010 AFC U-16 Championship qualification. He scored his first goal for this team on October 16, 2009, against Malaysia. Degenek was part of the Australian team that reached the semi-final of the 2010 AFC U-16 Championship.

At the Australia U17 level, Degenek scored his first goal on August 26, 2010, in a 4-3 match against Portugal U17. He made two appearances for the Australia national under-17 team in the 2011 FIFA U-17 World Cup.

On October 11, 2012, Degenek debuted for the Serbia national under-19 team against Turkey, making eight appearances for the side. Reflecting on this period, Degenek stated he was unsure if he was wanted in the Australian national setup at the time. However, two years later, he was given the opportunity to represent the Olyroos (Australia U23) and subsequently the Socceroos, confirming his desire to play for Australia. On August 26, 2015, Degenek was called up to the Olyroos squad for matches against Turkey and FYR Macedonia. He made his Olyroos debut on September 4, 2015, playing the full 90 minutes in a 1-0 win over Turkey.

4.2. Senior career

Degenek made his Australia national team debut on May 27, 2016, against England, coming on as a second-half substitute. He provided an assist for Australia's only goal in a 2-1 loss, forcing an Eric Dier own goal. He made his first start a week later, playing a full match in a victory over Greece.

Under the management of Ange Postecoglou, Degenek received significant playing time. On May 31, 2017, he was named in Australia's final squad for the 2017 FIFA Confederations Cup. Degenek played in two matches during the tournament, against Germany and Cameroon.

Degenek continued to feature prominently in the AFC fourth round against Syria, playing both legs of the 3-2 aggregate win that qualified Australia for the CONCACAF-AFC play-off against Honduras. He played in the first leg of the play-off, which Australia won 3-1 on aggregate to qualify for the World Cup. In May 2018, he was named in Australia's 23-man squad for the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia, though he did not make any appearances as Australia was eliminated in the group stage.

On December 30, 2018, Degenek scored his first international goal for Australia during a friendly match against Oman in the UAE. The goal came from a near-post flick, redirecting a low corner kick from Chris Ikonomidis into the far post. He acknowledged the goal involved "a fair bit of luck" but expressed its special significance.

During the quarterfinals of the 2019 AFC Asian Cup, Degenek made a costly error with an errant back-pass to goalkeeper Mathew Ryan. United Arab Emirates striker Ali Mabkhout intercepted the pass and scored the only goal in a 1-0 defeat, which eliminated the defending champion Socceroos from the tournament.

On November 8, 2022, Degenek was selected for his second World Cup tournament, being named in Australia's 26-man squad for the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar. He made his World Cup debut against France, coming on as a second-half substitute in a 4-1 defeat. Degenek played in all four of Australia's World Cup matches, as the team advanced to the Round of 16 before losing to eventual champions Argentina.

6.1. Club

6.2. International

:Scores and results list Australia's goal tally first, score column indicates score after each Degenek goal.