Fernando Muslera
Uruguayan footballer and goalkeeper
A professional footballer excelled as a goalkeeper. Played for clubs such as Montevideo Wanderers and Lazio before joining Galatasaray in 2011. Contributed to Galatasaray's success with multiple Turkish Süper Lig titles and domestic cup victories. Represented the national team in several Copa América tournaments and the 2018 FIFA World Cup.
Won the Turkish Süper Lig title with Galatasaray
Played in the 2018 FIFA World Cup
Achieved multiple domestic cup victories with Galatasaray
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