Iván Zamorano

Chilean footballer, 1998 World Cup player

Iván Zamorano - Chilean footballer, 1998 World Cup player
Born

January 18th, 1967
58 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Chile

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A professional footballer played as a striker. Achieved success in multiple leagues, including La Liga and Serie A. Represented the Chile national team in two FIFA World Cups, 1994 and 1998. Gained prominence during tenure at Real Madrid and Inter Milan. Won numerous domestic and international titles during club career.

Scored 101 goals for the Chile national team

Won the UEFA Champions League with Real Madrid

Secured the Serie A title with Inter Milan

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