Jakub Wawrzyniak (Polish pronunciation:[ˈjakubvavˈʐɨɲak]; born 7 July 1983) is a Polish footballpundit and former professional player. He usually played as a left–back or centre–back. Earlier in his career, he also appeared a few times as a striker and as a midfielder.
Club career
Wawrzyniak played for Legia Warsaw from fall 2007 to the end of 2008.
On 4 June 2009 the Disciplinary Committee of the Greek Superliga suspended him for three months on doping charges. His suspension was later extended to one year.[2] Panathinaikos announced they would not take up their buy option on the player, thus leaving Wawrzyniak to return to Legia Warsaw. The substance in question is not prohibited by the World Anti-Doping Agency.[3] Wawrzyniak appealed to the Court of Arbitration for Sport in Lausanne. In December 2009 the court shortened his suspension to the original three months. The player intends to pursue compensation from the Greek association.
Wawrzyniak made his debut for the Poland national team in a friendly game against UAE on 6 December 2006 in Abu Zabi. In total, he earned 49 caps throughout his international career.
Career statistics
Club
Appearances and goals by club, season and competition[7][8]