Cédric Soares
Professional footballer, Euro 2016 Champion
Born
August 31st, 1991
34 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Portugal
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Played as a right-back for various clubs, starting career at Sporting CP and moving to clubs like Southampton and FC Porto. Contributed to the Portugal national team, winning UEFA Euro 2016. Known for defensive skills and ability to support attacks from the wing.
Won UEFA Euro 2016 with Portugal
Played for Southampton in the Premier League
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