Baruch Dego

Ethiopian-Israeli footballer, Maccabi Tel Aviv

Baruch Dego - Ethiopian-Israeli footballer, Maccabi Tel Aviv
Born

March 26th, 1981
44 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Israel

Links & References

Born in Ethiopia and later moving to Israel, played as a professional footballer primarily in the Israeli Premier League. Represented Maccabi Tel Aviv and had a notable career spanning multiple seasons. Contributed to the team's successes during his tenure.

Played for Maccabi Tel Aviv

Competed in the Israeli Premier League

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