Emanuel Villa

Argentine footballer, Atlético Tucumán star

Emanuel Villa - Argentine footballer, Atlético Tucumán star
Born

February 24th, 1982
43 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Argentina

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Born in Argentina, a professional footballer specialized as a forward. Played for multiple clubs in Argentina and abroad, with a significant tenure at Atlético Tucumán. Achievements include playing in the Argentine Primera División and contributing to the team's success in national competitions.

Played for Atlético Tucumán

Competed in the Argentine Primera División

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