Arnold Peralta

Honduran footballer with FC Motagua

Arnold Peralta - Athletes & Sports Figures born 1989
Born

1989
37 years ago

Died
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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