Alexis Sánchez

Chilean footballer, Arsenal F.C. player

Alexis Sánchez - Chilean footballer, Arsenal F.C. player
Born

December 19th, 1988
36 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Chile

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A footballer from Chile, achieved recognition as a forward. Played for clubs including Colo-Colo, Udinese, FC Barcelona, Arsenal, and Manchester United. Represented the national team in multiple Copa América tournaments and FIFA World Cups. Instrumental in Chile's Copa América victories in 2015 and 2016. Known for skill, speed, and ability to score goals.

Won 2015 Copa América with Chile

Won 2016 Copa América Centenario with Chile

Played for FC Barcelona during their 2014-2015 treble season

Played for Arsenal and won two FA Cups

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