Cristian Riveros
Paraguayan footballer, World Cup participant
Born
October 16th, 1982
42 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Paraguay
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A professional footballer played primarily as a midfielder. Riveros began his career in Paraguay with Club Libertad before moving to various clubs in Mexico and Europe. He achieved success with teams like Cruz Azul and Sunderland, playing vital roles in their campaigns. Riveros represented Paraguay in international competitions, including the FIFA World Cup in 2010, where the national team reached the quarter-finals. His contributions on the field were notable during the Copa América, contributing to Paraguay's runner-up position in 2011.
Played in the 2010 FIFA World Cup
Competed in the Copa América 2011
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