Konstantin Zyryanov

Footballer and Zenit St. Petersburg midfielder

Konstantin Zyryanov - Footballer and Zenit St. Petersburg midfielder
Born

October 5th, 1977
48 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Russia

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Born in 1977, a prominent Russian footballer played as a midfielder. Spent most of his career at Zenit St. Petersburg, making significant contributions to the team's successes. Participated in international competitions with the Russian national team. Notable for representing Russia in UEFA Euro 2008.

Won the Russian Premier League with Zenit St. Petersburg

Contributed to Zenit St. Petersburg's victory in UEFA Cup 2008

Played in the 2008 UEFA Euro

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