Hiram Mier
Mexican footballer and defender
Born
August 25th, 1989
35 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Mexico
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Born in 1989, a professional footballer specialized in the defender position. Played for Club Deportivo Guadalajara in Liga MX, contributing significantly to the team's defensive strategies. Represented Mexico at various youth levels before making appearances with the senior national team, participating in competitions such as the CONCACAF Gold Cup.
Played for Club Deportivo Guadalajara
Represented Mexico in the CONCACAF Gold Cup
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