Blerim Džemaili
Swiss footballer and World Cup participant
Born
April 12th, 1986
38 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Switzerland
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A footballer, primarily played as a midfielder, participated in international tournaments representing Switzerland. Started professional career at FC Zürich, winning the Swiss Super League title. Transferred to prominent clubs including Bologna, Parma, and Galatasaray, making significant contributions to their successes. Competed in UEFA European Championships and the FIFA World Cup, showcasing talent on the global stage.
Winning the Swiss Super League with FC Zürich
Playing in the 2014 FIFA World Cup
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