Marek Penksa
Slovak footballer with successful club career
Born
August 4th, 1973
52 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Slovakia
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This individual played as a professional footballer primarily as a midfielder. The career spanned several clubs, with significant time spent at clubs like Sigma Olomouc and Artmedia Petržalka. Represented the national team in various international competitions, contributing to the Slovak squad's efforts during qualifying campaigns.
Played for Sigma Olomouc
Competed in international matches for Slovakia
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