Konstantin Skrylnikov

Russian footballer and league top scorer

Konstantin Skrylnikov - Russian footballer and league top scorer
Born

July 16th, 1979
46 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Russia

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A footballer, active in the late 1990s and early 2000s, achieved prominence in the Russian Premier League. Played primarily as a forward. Contributed to multiple teams, including FC Spartak Moscow and FC Torpedo Moscow. Competed in domestic leagues and participated in international tournaments representing his club. Scored numerous goals throughout his career, establishing a reputation as a proficient striker.

Finished as the top scorer in the 1999 Russian Premier League

Played for FC Spartak Moscow

Represented the Russian national under-21 team

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