Aleksandr Kokorin
Russian footballer with CSKA Moscow
Born
March 19th, 1991
34 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Russia
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Born in 1991, this footballer began his career at FC Dynamo Moscow, where he gained recognition for his skill and scoring ability. Later transferred to FC Zenit Saint Petersburg, he contributed to the team's successes in domestic and European competitions. Kokorin played for the Russian national team, participating in major international tournaments, including the UEFA European Championship. His career included a stint with FC Sochi and experience in the international leagues.
Played for FC Zenit Saint Petersburg
Represented the Russian national team
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