Iván Helguera
Spanish footballer and Real Madrid defender
Born
March 28th, 1975
50 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Spain
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Born in 1975, this footballer had a successful career as a central defender. He played for several clubs, most notably Real Madrid, where he was part of the squad during the club's dominance in the late 1990s and early 2000s. His solid defensive skills contributed to multiple titles, including La Liga championships and the UEFA Champions League. After leaving Real Madrid, continued playing in Spain with clubs like Deportivo La Coruña and RCD Mallorca before retiring from professional football.
Won UEFA Champions League with Real Madrid in 2000
Secured multiple La Liga titles with Real Madrid
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