Diniyar Bilyaletdinov

Russian footballer and midfielder

Diniyar Bilyaletdinov - Russian footballer and midfielder
Born

February 27th, 1985
40 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Russia

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A professional footballer, recognized for playing primarily as a midfielder. Developed career at FC Lokomotiv Moscow, earning attention for performances in the Russian Premier League. Transferred to Everton in the English Premier League, contributing to the team's successes during tenure. Was part of the national team, participating in the 2008 UEFA European Championship and the 2010 FIFA World Cup.

Competed in the 2010 FIFA World Cup

Played for Everton in the Premier League

Won the Russian Premier League with FC Lokomotiv Moscow

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