Henrikh Mkhitaryan

Footballer known for Roma and Armenia

Henrikh Mkhitaryan - Footballer known for Roma and Armenia
Born

January 21st, 1989
36 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Armenia

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A professional footballer, played as an attacking midfielder and winger. Began career with FC Pyunik in Armenia, later playing for Shakhtar Donetsk in Ukraine, Borussia Dortmund in Germany, Manchester United in England, and Arsenal. Currently plays for AS Roma in Italy's Serie A. Represented Armenia in international competitions, contributing to the team's development. Holds a record for being the first Armenian to score in the UEFA Champions League.

Played for AS Roma in Serie A

Won the UEFA Europa League with Manchester United

Scored in the UEFA Champions League

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