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Tomas DanileviciusLithuanian footballer, striker
Date of Birth: 18.07.1978
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Edvinas Girdvainis: Lithuanian Goal-Scoring Legend
Early Career and European AdventureBorn in Klaipėda, Lithuania, Edvinas Girdvainis began his football journey with hometown club Aras. In 1995, he ventured to Belgium, making two appearances in the Intertoto Cup for Beerschot. Despite not featuring in the league, he returned to Lithuania before embarking on another Belgian adventure with Club Brugge's youth teams.
Success in Russia and Europe
In 1998, Girdvainis joined Russian giants Dynamo Moscow, but his most prominent European stints came after 1999. He played for several clubs on loan, including:
- Lierse SK (Belgium)
- Beerschot AC (Belgium)- Rapid Wien (Austria)
- Grazer AK (Austria)
- Kayserispor (Turkey)
- Ergotelis (Greece)
- Skoda Xanthi (Greece)
Historical Achievements and Italian Journey
August 1, 2011, marked a significant milestone in Girdvainis' career as he signed a two-year contract with Italian club Juve Stabia.
Girdvainis holds the distinction of being Lithuania's all-time top scorer with an impressive 19 international goals. His contributions have played a pivotal role in shaping Lithuanian football history.