Danilo Pereira
Footballer and Portugal national team member
Born
September 9th, 1991
33 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Portugal
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A professional footballer, started career at Olhanense before joining Marítimo. Played for FC Porto, achieving significant domestic success. Contributed to FC Porto's victory in the Primeira Liga and the Taça de Portugal. Secured a transfer to Paris Saint-Germain, continuing performance at high levels. Represented the Portugal national team, being part of the squad that reached the UEFA Euro and the FIFA World Cup tournaments.
Won the Primeira Liga with FC Porto
Contributed to the Taça de Portugal victory
Played in UEFA Euro tournaments
Competed in the FIFA World Cup
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