Petar Nikezić (; 3 April 1950 – 19 July 2014) was a Yugoslav and Serbian footballer who played as a

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. He is best remembered for his powerful shots and set pieces.

Club career

During his two spells with Vojvodina (1967–78 and 1979–80), Nikezić made a total of 289 appearances and scored 100 goals in the Yugoslav First League. He also briefly played for the

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of the North American Soccer League, before joining Austrian club VÖEST Linz in 1978.

International career

At international level, Nikezić was capped three times for Yugoslavia between 1971 and 1973.

Honours

;Vojvodina * Mitropa Cup: 1976–77

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