Adrián Aldrete

Professional Mexican footballer

Adrián Aldrete - Professional Mexican footballer
Born

June 14th, 1988
37 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Mexico

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A professional footballer played as a defender. His career includes significant contributions in Liga MX, primarily with Club América and Morelia. Represented the national team, earning caps in various international competitions. Demonstrated defensive skills and versatility on the field, contributing to team strategies and successes.

Played for Club América

Played for Morelia

Represented the Mexico national team

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