Andrei Kanchelskis
Footballer and manager, Premier League veteran
A Ukrainian-Russian footballer and manager, Kanchelskis began his professional career at Shakhtar Donetsk. In 1991, he moved to play for Dynamo Moscow, where he gained recognition. Kanchelskis achieved lasting success in the Premier League, notably with Manchester United, where he contributed to multiple league titles. Later, he played for other clubs including Everton and Southampton. Transitioning into management, Kanchelskis took roles in various leagues across Europe. His experience encompassed both playing and coaching at different levels of professional football.
Played for Manchester United, winning Premier League titles
Contributed to Everton's success in the 1990s
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Greek general during the Greek War of Independence
Born
January 23rd, 1780 246 years ago
Died
April 23rd, 1827 198 years ago — 47 years old
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Austrian biologist and underwater explorer
Born
January 23rd, 1919 107 years ago
Died
June 16th, 2013 12 years ago — 94 years old
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Architect, designed Plečnik Parliament
Born
January 23rd, 1872 154 years ago
Died
1957 69 years ago — 85 years old
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American rapper and singer
Born
January 23rd, 1998 28 years ago
Died
June 18th, 2018 7 years ago — 20 years old
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English colonel and politician, Shadow Secretary of State for Northern Ireland
Born
January 23rd, 1916 110 years ago
Died
March 30th, 1979 46 years ago — 63 years old
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Businessman, founder of NHRA
Born
January 23rd, 1913 113 years ago
Died
September 28th, 2007 18 years ago — 94 years old
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