Cesare Bovo
Italian footballer and defender
Played professional football primarily as a defender. Started career at Torino F.C. and later played for clubs including Genoa C.F.C. and U.S. Città di Palermo. Achieved notable success in Serie A and contributed to several teams' defensive lineups during his tenure in Italian football.
Played for Torino F.C.
Competed in Serie A
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