Ángel Sepúlveda

Professional footballer, striker

Ángel Sepúlveda - Professional footballer, striker
Born

February 15th, 1991
34 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Mexico

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Born in 1991, a Mexican footballer played predominantly as a striker. His career included notable stints with Club Santos Laguna and Club Atlético Morelia in the Liga MX. Displays of skill and goal-scoring ability contributed to team successes and individual accolades.

Achieved Liga MX championship with Club Santos Laguna in 2015

Played for multiple teams in Liga MX including Club Atlético Morelia

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