Marius Žaliūkas: Biography, Facts and Career
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Marius Žaliūkas (10 November 1983 – 31 October 2020) was a Lithuanian professional footballer who played primarily as a centre back, but also played as a defensive midfielder. Žaliūkas played in his homeland for Inkaras, FBK Kaunas and Šilutė before joining Hearts of the Scottish Premier League in 2006, initially on loan. He spent seven years there, playing 193 games and scoring 13 goals, and captaining the team to win the Scottish Cup in 2012. He then had spells in the English Football League Championship with Leeds United and the Scottish Championship with Rangers, before retiring back to Lithuania with Žalgiris in 2016. At international level, Žaliūkas played 25 times for the Lithuania national team between 2005 and 2016, scoring once. He died at the age of 36 from motor neuron disease.
Quick facts about Marius Žaliūkas
- Full name: Marius Žaliūkas
- Born: 1983-11-10
- Nationality: Lithuania
- Known as: Athlete
- Wikidata ID: Q167225
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Who is Marius Žaliūkas?
Marius Žaliūkas (10 November 1983 – 31 October 2020) was a Lithuanian professional footballer who played primarily as a centre back, but also played as a defensive midfielder.
What nationality is Marius Žaliūkas?
Marius Žaliūkas is Lithuania.
When was Marius Žaliūkas born?
Marius Žaliūkas was born on 1983-11-10.
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