Breel Embolo
Swiss footballer with Bundesliga success
Born
February 14th, 1997
28 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Switzerland
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A professional footballer who played as a forward, Embolo began his career at FC Basel, where he won the Swiss Super League multiple times. After moving to the Bundesliga, Embolo played for FC Schalke 04 and later for Borussia Mönchengladbach. He also represented Switzerland in international competitions, participating in the UEFA European Championship and FIFA World Cup.
Won Swiss Super League with FC Basel
Competed in UEFA European Championship
Played in FIFA World Cup for Switzerland
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