Thomas Petrovski

Thomas Petrovski (, born 7 June 2007) is an Australian Macedonian professional football player who plays as a forward for Rockdale Ilinden FC in the . He began his youth career in Australia before moving to Europe to further his football development.
Early life
Petrovski was born in Sydney, Australia, and grew up in Kogarah, a suburb of South East Sydney. Coming from a Macedonian family, his cultural roots have influenced his footballing journey. He showed promise as a forward from a young age, developing his skills in local youth academies.
Youth career
Rockdale Ilinden FC
Petrovski began his football career in 2013 by joining the youth setup at Rockdale Ilinden FC, a semi-professional club based in New South Wales. He spent nine years with the club, competing in youth competitions and gaining valuable experience in the Australian football system..
Brooke House Football Academy
After his time at Rockdale Ilinden FC, he attended Brooke House College Football Academy in Market Harborough during the 2022/23 season. The academy participates in various cup competitions, including ISFA, ESFA, and County Cups. His performances there attracted the attention of European clubs.
S.S Turris Calcio
On 22 September 2023, Petrovski signed his first professional youth contract with SS Turris Calcio. SS Turris Calcio compete in . The club is located in Torre Del Greco, a town in the Naples metropolitan area.
International career
Petrovski is eligible to represent either Australia or Macedonia due to his dual heritage. His future prospects at the international level may depend on his ongoing performances in Italy.
Playing style
Primarily a forward, Petrovski is quick, creative, and hard-working right-footed forward with good technique, who is capable both of creating and scoring goals, due to his opportunism and shooting accuracy, as well as his vision and passing ability. He is capable of playing several offensive positions, either on the right or through the centre of the pitch, and is usually deployed in a supporting role, as a , as a , or as an attacking midfielder, although he has also been fielded as a or as a . Coaches at both Brooke House College Football Academy and SS Turris Calcio have noted his work ethic and potential.
Honours
Rockdale Ilinden FC
* U20's Premiers: 2024
Personal life
Petrovski maintains close ties with his Macedonian heritage, which plays a significant role in his identity as a player. He credits his family for their ongoing support throughout his football journey. He is the great-grandson of Macedonian poet Dimitar Bashevski.

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