Mihkel Aksalu

Estonian football player and goalkeeper

Mihkel Aksalu - Estonian football player and goalkeeper
Born

November 7th, 1984
40 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Estonia

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Played as a goalkeeper and was active in both domestic and international competitions. Started professional career with FC Elva in 2001 and later transferred to clubs such as FC Flora Tallinn and FC Kuressaare. Achieved significant recognition playing for the Estonia national team, debuting in 2008 and participating in various qualification campaigns for European Championships. Accumulated over 40 caps for the national team throughout his career.

Debuted for Estonia national team in 2008

Played for FC Flora Tallinn

Made over 40 appearances for national team

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