Eduardo Vargas
Chilean footballer with significant club success
Born
November 20th, 1989
35 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Chile
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A professional footballer, excelled as a forward, representing Chile in international competitions. Played for top clubs, including Universidad de Chile, where contributions led to domestic successes. Further played for clubs like Napoli, where achievements included winning the Coppa Italia. Contributed to the Chilean national team, participating in Copa America and FIFA World Cup events.
Won Copa America with Chile in 2015
Played for Universidad de Chile
Contributed to Napoli's Coppa Italia victory
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