Mariusz Jop
Polish footballer and defender
Born
August 3rd, 1978
46 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Poland
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A professional footballer specializing as a defender, played primarily in the Polish Ekstraklasa and the Russian Premier League. Spent significant portions of a career at clubs such as Zaglebie Lubin and FC Metalurg Donetsk. Participated in international competitions, representing Poland in UEFA Euro 2008 and contributing to the national team's performance.
Played in UEFA Euro 2008 for Poland
Competed in the Polish Ekstraklasa
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