Deniz Barış

Turkish footballer and national team player

Deniz Barış - Turkish footballer and national team player
Born

July 2nd, 1977
48 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Turkey

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Played professional football primarily as a defender. Started career with the youth team of Kocaelispor, later joining the senior team. Played for various clubs including Ankaragücü and Kayserispor in Turkey's Süper Lig. Represented the Turkish national team, participating in international competitions, including UEFA Euro 2008.

Played in the Turkish Süper Lig

Represented Turkey in UEFA Euro 2008

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