Florent Sinama Pongolle

French footballer and Liverpool player

Florent Sinama Pongolle - French footballer and Liverpool player
Born

October 20th, 1984
40 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

France

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A French footballer, played as a forward. Started the professional career at Le Havre before moving to Liverpool in 2001. Contributed to the team's success in winning the UEFA Champions League in 2005. Had short spells at multiple clubs, including Real Zaragoza and St. Etienne. Played internationally for France at various youth levels and earned senior caps.

Played for Liverpool during the 2005 UEFA Champions League victory

Scored in the final stages of the 2005 FA Cup

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