Glen Kamara
Finnish footballer, midfielder for Rangers
A professional footballer, played as a midfielder. Started career at Arsenal before moving to the Finnish league. Transferred to Glasgow Rangers in 2019. Contributed to Rangers' unbeaten league campaign in the 2020-21 season and the team’s 55th league title. Also represented the Finnish national team in major tournaments.
Played for Rangers in the Scottish Premiership
Contributed to Rangers' 2020-21 unbeaten league season
Represented Finland in UEFA Euro 2020
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October 28th, 1988 38 years ago
Died
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October 28th, 1908 118 years ago
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Irish painter with abstract expressionism
Born
October 28th, 1909 117 years ago
Died
April 28th, 1992 34 years ago — 82 years old
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American lawyer and Massachusetts governor
Born
October 28th, 1879 147 years ago
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American Captain and Politician
Born
October 28th, 1839 187 years ago
Died
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