Filipe Luís

Brazilian footballer, Atlético Madrid player

Filipe Luís - Brazilian footballer, Atlético Madrid player
Born

August 9th, 1985
40 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Brazil

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A professional footballer participated in various leagues, primarily as a left-back. Career initiated at Figueirense, later played for clubs including Europa's Chelsea and Spain's Atlético Madrid. Garnered reputation for defensive skills and teamwork. Represented Brazil in multiple international competitions, contributing to the team's efforts in the 2014 FIFA World Cup.

Won UEFA Champions League with Atlético Madrid in 2014

Played in the 2014 FIFA World Cup

Won Premier League with Chelsea in 2015

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