Kenny Miller

Scottish footballer and national team player

Kenny Miller - Scottish footballer and national team player
Born

December 23rd, 1979
45 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Scotland

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Played professional football primarily as a striker. Started career at Hibernian and went on to play for several clubs including Rangers, Celtic, and Wolverhampton Wanderers. Represented Scotland in multiple international fixtures, contributing to the national team's efforts in European Championships and World Cup qualifiers. Achieved notable success with Rangers, winning multiple league titles and domestic cups. Renowned for speed and goal-scoring ability.

Won League titles with Rangers

Scored over 100 goals in professional career

Represented Scotland 69 times

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