Alex Brosque

Footballer with Sydney FC accomplishments

Alex Brosque - Footballer with Sydney FC accomplishments
Born

October 12th, 1983
41 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Australia

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A professional footballer focused primarily on playing as a forward. Played for Sydney FC in the A-League from 2008 to 2018, contributing significantly to the team's success. Also represented the Australian national team, earning several caps. Achieved notable recognition during the A-League's inaugural season and later secured multiple championships with Sydney FC, including the premiership and championship titles.

Won the A-League Championship with Sydney FC in 2010, 2017, and 2018

Represented Australia at the international level

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