Marcin Wasilewski facts for kids
Wasilewski with Anderlecht in 2011
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| Personal information | |||
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| Date of birth | 9 June 1980 | ||
| Place of birth | Kraków, Poland | ||
| Height | 1.86 m | ||
| Playing position | Centre back | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps† | (Gls)† |
| 1998–2000 | Hutnik Kraków | 54 | (0) |
| 2000–2002 | Śląsk Wrocław | 51 | (5) |
| 2002–2005 | Wisła Płock | 60 | (3) |
| 2005–2006 | Amica Wronki | 24 | (4) |
| 2006–2007 | Lech Poznań | 14 | (5) |
| 2007–2013 | Anderlecht | 145 | (20) |
| 2013–2017 | Leicester City | 61 | (1) |
| 2017–2020 | Wisła Kraków | 60 | (1) |
| Total | 469 | (39) | |
| National team | |||
| 2002–2013 | Poland | 60 | (3) |
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Marcin Ryszard Wasilewski (born on June 9, 1980) is a Polish football expert and a former player. He was a strong centre-back, which is a defensive position in football. Marcin is famous for helping Leicester City win the Premier League. He is also remembered for a serious injury he got during a match in 2009.
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Marcin Wasilewski's Football Journey
Starting Out in Poland
Marcin Wasilewski was born in Kraków, Poland. He began his football career at a local club called Hutnik Kraków. After that, he played for other Polish teams like Śląsk Wrocław and Wisła Płock. In 2005, he joined Amica Wronki. This club later joined with Lech Poznań in 2006.
Time at Anderlecht
In January 2007, Marcin moved to a big Belgian club called Anderlecht. He quickly became an important player for them. During the 2008–09 season, he scored eight goals, making him one of the team's top scorers.
A Difficult Injury
On August 30, 2009, Marcin faced a very tough moment. He suffered a serious leg injury during a match between Anderlecht and Standard Liège. The injury happened after a challenge from an opposing player, Axel Witsel. Witsel was given a red card and suspended for several games.
Marcin had to have surgery on his leg. It was a long and hard journey to get back to playing.
Amazing Comeback
After many months of hard work and recovery, Marcin made his return to the field on May 8, 2010. It was an incredible moment! He even scored the first goal in his team's 2–1 win.
His club, Anderlecht, was very proud of his determination. They gave him a new contract, calling him a "club monument" who had fought an "inhuman battle" to return.
Years later, Marcin met Axel Witsel again on the field during a UEFA Champions League match. Marcin first said he wouldn't shake Witsel's hand. But he changed his mind, saying he didn't want to make the game about their past. This showed great sportsmanship.
Playing for Leicester City
In September 2013, Marcin got a chance to play for Leicester City in England. He signed a one-year contract and quickly made his debut in a League Cup match.
His former fans from Anderlecht even traveled to Leicester to support him! Marcin became a regular player and helped Leicester City win the Championship. This meant they would move up to the top league, the Premier League. He extended his contract for another year.
Marcin played his first Premier League game in November 2014. In January 2015, he scored his first goal in English football. It was a header against Manchester United. This was a special moment, as it was only the second goal ever scored in the Premier League by a Polish player! He signed another one-year contract.
During the 2015–16 Premier League season, Leicester City did something amazing: they won the Premier League title! It was a huge surprise and a historic win for the club. Marcin played in some important games, helping his team achieve this incredible success. He signed another contract extension in 2016.
Playing for Poland
Marcin also played for his country, Poland. He made his first international appearance in a friendly match against Denmark in 2002. He was also part of the Polish teams that played in the Euro tournaments in 2008 and 2012. He scored 3 goals for his national team.
Achievements
Marcin Wasilewski won many trophies during his career:
Anderlecht
- Belgian Pro League: 2006–07, 2009–10, 2011–12, 2012–13
- Belgian Cup: 2007–08
- Belgian Super Cup: 2007, 2010, 2012, 2013
Leicester City
- Football League Championship: 2013–14
- Premier League: 2015–16
Images for kids
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Wasilewski and his family celebrating Leicester's Premier League victory at the King Power Stadium on 7 May 2016
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See also
In Spanish: Marcin Wasilewski para niños
