Edinson Cavani

Uruguayan footballer, Manchester United

Edinson Cavani - Uruguayan footballer, Manchester United
Born

February 14th, 1987
38 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Uruguay

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A professional footballer with a prolific career, made significant contributions at the club and international levels. Starting his youth career at Danubio, progressed to play for Palermo in Italy and later for Napoli, where goalscoring was highlighted with a Serie A title. Later joined Paris Saint-Germain, achieving numerous domestic titles and becoming the club's all-time leading goalscorer. Competed for Uruguay in multiple Copa América tournaments and the FIFA World Cup, adding to his reputation as a forward with remarkable finishing ability.

Won multiple Ligue 1 titles with Paris Saint-Germain

Scored over 200 goals for Paris Saint-Germain

Achieved the Serie A title with Napoli

Represented Uruguay in FIFA World Cup 2014 and 2018

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