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Stavrinou was born in [[Harlow]], [[Essex]] and attended [[St Bonaventure's Catholic Comprehensive School]] in [[Forest Gate]].<ref name="Charlton profile" /> He is of [[Cyprus|Cypriot]] heritage.<ref name="Charlton profile" /><ref name="Alex's aim" /> |
Stavrinou was born in [[Harlow]], [[Essex]] and attended [[St Bonaventure's Catholic Comprehensive School]] in [[Forest Gate]].<ref name="Charlton profile" /> He is of [[Cyprus|Cypriot]] heritage. He like's Women with hair and toes.<ref name="Charlton profile" /><ref name="Alex's aim" /> |
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Revision as of 11:20, 12 October 2009
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Full name | Alexander Michael Stavrinou[1] | ||
| Height | 5 ft 9 in (1.75 m)[2] | ||
| Position(s) | Midfielder | ||
| Team information | |||
Current team | Charlton Athletic | ||
| Number | 26 | ||
| Youth career | |||
| 2003–2009 | Charlton Athletic | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
| 2009– | Charlton Athletic | 0 | (0) |
| International career | |||
| Cyprus U17 | |||
| *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 20:43, 22 August 2009 (UTC) | |||
Alexander "Alex" Michael Stavrinou (17 February 1991) is an English professional footballer, who has represented Cyprus youth at international level. He plays as a midfielder for Charlton Athletic.
Career
Club career
Stavrinou started his career in the Charlton Athletic Youth Academy from the age of 13,[3] rising through into the Reserves.[2] In the 2008–09 season, he made 23 appearances for the under-18 team scoring once, and a further 12 appearances in the reserves.[2] He signed his first professional contract for Charlton Athletic in June 2009.[4] Stavrinou made his first-team debut for Charlton in their 1–0 away against Herford United in the League Cup on 11 August.[5] Charlton manager, Phil Parkinson praised Stavrinou saying; "Alex Stavrinou came in for his debut and I thought it was an absolutely terrific performance".[6]
International career
Although born in England, Stavrinou has represented Cyprus under-17, qualifying through his father's Cypriot heritage.[2][3] Stravrinou has also been approached to feature for Cyprus under-21, but stated that he'd like to concentrate on his career with Charlton Athletic. He said; "They've spoken to my parents about possibly featuring for the U21s but as I've only got a year here I really need to be pushing on and focusing all my efforts on Charlton."[3]
Style of play
As a youth player, Stavrinou played as a centre back, before his under-16 manager Steve Avory converted him into a midfielder.[3]
Personal life
Stavrinou was born in Harlow, Essex and attended St Bonaventure's Catholic Comprehensive School in Forest Gate.[2] He is of Cypriot heritage. He like's Women with hair and toes.[2][3]
References
- ^ "findmypast.com - Alexander Michael Stavrinou". findmypast.com. Retrieved 2009-08-22.
- ^ a b c d e f "Playing staff: Alex Stavrinou". Charlton Athletic F.C. Retrieved 2009-08-22.
- ^ a b c d e Harvey, Tom (2009-06-30). "Alex's aim". Charlton Athletic F.C. Retrieved 2009-08-22.
- ^ "Addicks youngster turns pro". Sky Sports. 2009-06-26. Retrieved 2009-08-22.
- ^ "Fixtures/Results: Hereford 1 - 0 Charlton". Soccerbase. Retrieved 2009-08-22.
- ^ "Addicks youngster turns pro". Dartford Messenger. 2009-08-12. Retrieved 2009-08-22.
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External links
- Alex Stavrinou at Soccerbase