Erdal Rakip | Miedz Legnica | Football Player Stats & Info

North Macedonia

Miedz Legnica

Erdal Rakip

Miedz Legnica/M/

North Macedonia

Player Info

Erdal Rakip is a North Macedonian international midfielder who brings stability and defensive awareness to the center of the park. Currently with Polish club Miedz Legnica, Rakip operates as a central or defensive midfielder, tasked with breaking up opposition play and initiating attacks with simple, effective distribution. His career began in Sweden with Malmö FF, where he progressed through the academy to become a first-team regular, winning multiple Allsvenskan titles and establishing himself as a dependable performer. His performances earned him a move to Benfica in 2018, though he spent most of his time there on loan to other clubs, including a stint in Turkey. A seasoned international with numerous caps for North Macedonia, Rakip was part of the historic squad that qualified for UEFA Euro 2020. His main honors include those Swedish league championships with Malmö. Rakip is the type of midfielder who does the essential, often unglamorous work, providing a solid platform for his more attack-minded teammates to flourish.

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2026/01/25