Marko Kristal

Estonian footballer and manager

Marko Kristal - Estonian footballer and manager
Born

June 2nd, 1973
52 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Estonia

Links & References

Played as a midfielder, primarily with the Estonian national team and clubs like Flora Tallinn. Managed various teams in Estonia after retiring as a player. Played an integral role in the development of football in the country post-independence. Participated in the historic qualifying campaigns for major tournaments during the 1990s and 2000s.

Represented Estonia in over 100 international matches

Competed domestically with Flora Tallinn

Managed multiple Estonian clubs after retirement

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