Henrique Sereno
Portuguese footballer and defender
Born
May 18th, 1985
40 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Portugal
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A professional footballer debuted in 2003, primarily playing as a defender. Played for various clubs in Portugal, including Vitória de Guimarães and Marítimo. Also spent time playing in countries like Spain and Serbia. Throughout the career, contributed to multiple league campaigns and displayed consistent performances on the field. Participated in several domestic cup competitions, showcasing defensive capabilities and team leadership.
Competed in Primeira Liga
Played for Vitória de Guimarães
Represented Marítimo in top-tier football
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