Vitali Teleš

Estonian footballer and national team player

Vitali Teleš - Estonian footballer and national team player
Born

October 17th, 1983
42 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Estonia

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Born in 1983, a footballer who played primarily as a midfielder. Teleš began his professional career with Estonian club FC Flora Tallinn, appearing in numerous domestic league games. Later, he played for several other clubs in Estonia and abroad, contributing significantly to team performances. Teleš represented the Estonia national football team, earning multiple caps in international competitions. His involvement with the national team included participation in UEFA European Championship qualifying matches. Over the years, Teleš established himself as a key player in the Estonian league system and showcased skillful performances on the pitch.

Played for FC Flora Tallinn

Represented Estonia in international matches

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