Marek Hamšík is a famous Slovak professional footballer. He plays for Süper Lig club Trabzonspor and the Slovakia National Team as an attacking midfielder. Marek is famous by his nickname-Marekiaro. Interestingly, his mother was a football hand player whereas his father has been the captain of Slovakia’s five-a-side team. Marek has lots of titles and victories in his cap, owing to his exemplary talent in the game. Following the trend of other footballers, Marek has also got his body inked. Rather, his body is hugely covered in tattoos. Let us explore them.

1. ‘Date’ Tattoo

Tattoo: On the inner side of his left hand’s wrist, Hamsik has got a date inked as, ’27:07:1987?.

Meaning: The date represents Marek’s birthdate as he was born on 27 July 1987.

2. ‘Anchor’ Tattoo

Tattoo: On his left outer upper arm, there is an anchor inked in red and black.

Meaning: An anchor symbolizes peace, constancy, stability, passion, and determination to do things. stability, peace, strength, determination, and passion. Generally, people wear anchor tattoos as a token of calmness and hope. However, as per the Christian belief Christians wear anchor tattoos to avoid persecution from the Romans. Anchor combined with stars is the symbol of guidance and direction.

3. ‘Arrow Cross’ Tattoo

Tattoo: On his upper right arm, there is an arrow cross inked.

Meaning: Arrow Cross represents independence and self-defense. It also reflects a person’s inner strength and the urge to feel protected at all times.

4. Portrait of Girl on Right leg

Tattoo: On his right lower leg, Hamsik has got a beautiful portrait of his daughter inked.

Meaning: Marek is the father of three children. This portrait is surrounded by multi-colored tiny flowers and is of his daughter, Melissa Hamsikova.

5. ‘Billiard Ball’ Tattoo

Tattoo: Exactly below his anchor tattoo, Marek has got a red billiard ball tattooed. The ball contains the number ‘7’ inside it. It is considered to be the symbol of good luck.