Description:
(Russian Former Professional Football Winger / Midfielder)
Andrey Arshavin is a Russian former footballer who played as a striker and attacking midfielder. One of the most popular footballers of all time, he started his career with Zenit Saint Petersburg in 2000. After winning several trophies for the club, including Russian Super Cup and UEFA Cup, he debuted for the Russian national team in May 2002, scoring his first goal the following year. In 2006, Arshavin was named Footballer of the Year in Russia and he eventually went on to become the most expensive player in Arsenal's history. Born in Leningrad, he began playing football at an early age and was enrolled in the Smena football academy at the age of seven. His father, who played as an amateur footballer, persuaded him to take up the sport. As a schoolboy, Arshavin was a talented draughts player as well. After playing football for years and winning numerous honors and trophies, he retired from his career in 2018. On a personal note, the former footballer is married and has three children. Besides football, he is interested in fashion and politics.
Birthday
May 29, 1981 (Gemini)
Born In
Russia
Alternative names
Andrey Sergeyevich Arshavin
Height
173 cm
City
Saint Petersburg, Russia
Spouse/Ex-
Alice Arshavina (m. 2016), Julia Baranovskaya (m. 2004–2013)
Parents
Sergey Arshavin
Tatiana Arshavin
Children
Arseniy Arshavin, Artem Arshavin, Yana Arshavina
What position did Andrey Arshavin play in football?
Andrey Arshavin primarily played as an attacking midfielder or winger during his professional football career.
Which clubs did Andrey Arshavin play for during his career?
Andrey Arshavin played for clubs such as Zenit Saint Petersburg, Arsenal, and FC Kuban Krasnodar during his career.
Did Andrey Arshavin represent the Russian national team?
Yes, Andrey Arshavin represented the Russian national team, earning caps and participating in major tournaments like the FIFA World Cup and UEFA European Championship.
What notable achievements did Andrey Arshavin have in his football career?
Andrey Arshavin won the UEFA Cup with Zenit Saint Petersburg in 2008 and also had successful stints with Arsenal in the English Premier League.
Is Andrey Arshavin still involved in football after retiring as a player?
After retiring as a player, Andrey Arshavin has been involved in coaching and occasionally appears as a football pundit sharing his insights on the sport.
