Claudio Suárez
Mexican footballer and World Cup player
Born
December 17th, 1968
56 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Mexico
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A professional footballer, played as a defender. Suárez competed in three FIFA World Cups, representing Mexico in 1994, 1998, and 2002. He is regarded as one of the most capped players in Mexican history. His club career included stints with Unam Pumas and Chivas Guadalajara, where he achieved notable domestic success. Suárez also had a brief career in Major League Soccer, playing for the Chicago Fire. He contributed significantly to the national team's defense throughout his career.
Participated in three FIFA World Cups
Recorded over 170 caps for the Mexican national team
Played for clubs like Unam Pumas and Chivas Guadalajara
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