Jakub Rzeźniczak
Polish Footballer and Ekstraklasa Champion
Born
October 26th, 1986
39 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Poland
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This Polish footballer played as a defender in the top league of Poland. He started his career with Legia Warsaw, contributing to the team's success in domestic competitions. He played a significant role in Legia Warsaw's victories in the Ekstraklasa, Poland's highest football division, and in the Polish Cup. His professional debut came in 2005, and he became a key player for the club over the years. The player also earned several caps for the Polish national team, participating in international tournaments and contributing to the defensive line.
Winning the Ekstraklasa with Legia Warsaw
Participating in the Polish national team
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