Fernando Llorente

Spanish footballer and World Cup champion

Fernando Llorente - Spanish footballer and World Cup champion
Born

February 26th, 1985
40 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Spain

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A professional footballer, competed primarily as a striker. Played for clubs including Athletic Bilbao, Juventus, and Swansea City. Won the UEFA Europa League with Sevilla FC. Represented the national team, contributing to Spain's victory in the 2010 FIFA World Cup and the 2012 UEFA European Championship. Recognized for strong aerial ability and scoring pivotal goals in important matches.

Won FIFA World Cup with Spain in 2010

Won UEFA European Championship in 2012

Scored key goals for Juventus in Serie A

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