Samir Ujkani
Albanian footballer and national team player
Born
July 5th, 1988
37 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Albania
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Born in 1988, a professional footballer specialized as a goalkeeper. Started career at Skënderbeu Korçë, contributing to the team's successes in domestic competitions. Played for several clubs including US Lecce and Pescara in Italy. Represented the Albanian national team in various international fixtures, participating in the UEFA European Championship.
Played for the Albanian national team
Contributed to Skënderbeu Korçë's successes
Represented US Lecce in Serie B
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