Caner Erkin

Turkish footballer with Çaykur Rizespor

Caner Erkin - Turkish footballer with Çaykur Rizespor
Born

October 4th, 1988
36 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Turkey

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Born in 1988, a professional footballer from Turkey. Played predominantly as a left-back and has had a successful career in both domestic and international competitions. Started professional career at the age of 18 with a notable stint at various clubs, including a significant contribution to Fenerbahçe and Çaykur Rizespor. Represented the national team at the UEFA European Championship and the FIFA World Cup qualifiers.

Played for Fenerbahçe and scored in multiple matches

Represented Turkey in UEFA European Championship

Won the Turkish Süper Lig with Fenerbahçe

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