Andrey Arshavin
Footballer; UEFA Euro 2008 star
Born
May 29th, 1981
43 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Russia
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A professional footballer with a prominent career, played primarily as an attacking midfielder. Started career at Zenit Saint Petersburg, winning the Russian Premier League and UEFA Cup. Transferred to Arsenal in 2009, became a crucial player for the team. Contributed significantly during the 2008 UEFA European Championship, leading to a fourth-place finish for the Russian national team. Played in various other leagues including in his later years with clubs like Zenit and the Krylian Sovietov.
Won the UEFA Euro 2008 with Russia
Played for Arsenal in the Premier League
Achieved success with Zenit Saint Petersburg
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