Álvaro Recoba
Uruguayan footballer and Inter Milan star
Born
March 17th, 1976
48 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Uruguay
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A footballer from Uruguay, gained prominence playing for Inter Milan in Serie A. Developed a reputation as a talented forward known for his dribbling skills, vision, and powerful left foot. Contributed to Inter's success during the late 1990s and early 2000s, helping the team secure several titles. Represented the Uruguayan national team in multiple international tournaments, including the FIFA World Cup. Played a significant role in domestic and international competitions with noteworthy performances.
Won Serie A with Inter Milan
Scored memorable goals in international matches
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