Álvaro Saborío
Costa Rican footballer and forward
Born
March 25th, 1982
43 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Costa Rica
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A professional footballer from Costa Rica, primarily played as a forward. Initiated a career in the youth ranks of the Saprissa club, later transferring to various clubs, including Real Salt Lake in Major League Soccer. Contributed to Real Salt Lake's 2009 MLS Cup victory. Also represented the Costa Rican national team, participating in multiple CONCACAF tournaments and earning caps in World Cup qualifiers.
MLS Cup champion with Real Salt Lake in 2009
Top scorer for the Costa Rican national team
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