Jakub Błaszczykowski

Polish footballer and Borussia Dortmund star

Jakub Błaszczykowski - Polish footballer and Borussia Dortmund star
Born

December 14th, 1985
39 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Poland

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A professional footballer played primarily as a winger. Played the majority of career at Borussia Dortmund, contributing to multiple league championships and a UEFA Champions League title in 2013. Represented Poland at several international tournaments, including the UEFA European Championship and FIFA World Cup. Noted for speed, agility, and technical skills on the ball.

Won Bundesliga titles with Borussia Dortmund

Lifted the UEFA Champions League in 2013

Served as captain of the Polish national team

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