Jaanus Sirel (born 29 July 1975 in

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n former professional

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. He was playing the position of defender and

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. Former clubs include DAG Tartu,

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, JK Viljandi Tulevik,

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, FC Elva,

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. Sirel played once for the Estonia national team.

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1975 births People from Pechory Living people Estonian footballers Estonia men's international footballers Viljandi JK Tulevik players FC Kuressaare players Tartu JK Tammeka players FC Elva players Men's association football defenders Association football midfielders Pärnu JK Tervis players Tartu JK Merkuur players {{estonia-footy-bio-stub