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An experienced attacking midfielder with good close control and a ferocious left-foot shot, Jacek Krzynówek has starred for his country at two FIFA World Cups and will again be one of Poland's most important individuals this summer. The 32-year-old has spent the past nine seasons plying his trade in Germany.
Moved to 1. FC Nürnberg from GKS Be\u0142chatów in 1999; three of five seasons with north Bavarian club spent in second division.
Won first international cap in 1998 as Be\u0142chatów player; played prominent role in taking Poland to 2002 and 2006 World Cups, particularly latter, scoring four goals in first five qualifiers, including spectacular strike in 3-1 win over Austria in Vienna.
Missed bulk of UEFA EURO 2004 qualifying with cruciate knee ligament damage.
Joined Bayer 04 Leverkusen in 2004; outstanding first season included three goals in debut UEFA Champions League campaign including thunderbolt v Real Madrid CF.
Moved to VfL Wolfsburg in 2006; still searching for first major honour.
Four goals in UEFA EURO 2008 qualifying – three against Azerbaijan and vital late equaliser against Portugal in Lisbon (2-2).
Twice voted Polish Player of the Year (2003 and 2004).
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