Andrey Arshavin was a talented Russian footballer who played for several top clubs, including Zenit St. Petersburg and Arsenal. Born on May 29, 1981, in Leningrad, Soviet Union, Arshavin began playing football at a young age. He joined Zenit's youth academy at 10 and quickly rose through the ranks. In 2000, he made his professional debut for Zenit, scoring 58 goals in 238 appearances. Arshavin's impressive performances caught the attention of European clubs, and in 2009, he signed with Arsenal for a reported £15 million. During his time at Arsenal, he scored 31 goals in 135 appearances, helping the team win the FA Cup in 2014. Arshavin was known for his exceptional dribbling skills, vision, and goal-scoring ability. At the international level, Arshavin represented Russia in several major tournaments, including the 2008 European Championship, where Russia finished as semifinalists. He scored 17 goals in 75 appearances for the national team. After retiring from professional football in 2018, Arshavin went on to become a football pundit and commentator. This is my favourite footballer. When I'll be adult I want to my son be like him.