Igors Stepanovs
Latvian footballer and defender
A defender played for the Latvia national football team and clubs such as FC Skonto and Arsenal. Competed in UEFA Euro 2004 with the national team. Also played in various European leagues, contributing to teams in Latvia and abroad.
Represented Latvia in UEFA Euro 2004
Played for Arsenal in the Premier League
Competed with FC Skonto in Latvian league
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