Arnold Peralta
Honduran footballer with FC Motagua
Born
1989
36 years ago
Died
December 10th, 2015
9 years ago — 26 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Honduras
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A professional footballer played as a midfielder primarily for FC Motagua in Honduras. Represented the national team from 2010 to 2015, participating in World Cup qualifiers. Contributed to multiple league titles during tenure with FC Motagua. Tragically passed away in 2015.
Played for FC Motagua
Represented Honduras internationally
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