An injury to Marko Simeunovic allowed Dabanovic the chance to prove himself in the Euro qualifiers against Ukraine, seizing the opportunity by showing great composure in an intense atmosphere.

Played his international debut against Iceland in a 3-2 win in February 1998.

Started his career with Maribor and Rudar Venenje but his profile has risen considerably following a move to Belgian club Lokeren last summer.

Is an agile and confident keeper who will be pushing for Slovenia's number one shirt.