James Troisi
Australian footballer and World Cup player
Born
July 3rd, 1988
37 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Australia
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Professional football player born in 1988. Played as a midfielder and gained recognition in the Australian national team. Participated in the 2014 FIFA World Cup held in Brazil, contributing to the team's efforts on an international stage. Played for various clubs, including a stint in the A-League and overseas in leagues such as the Belgian Pro League and Turkish Süper Lig. Achievements include helping clubs to domestic league titles and being an integral part of the national setup.
Represented Australia in the 2014 FIFA World Cup
Played for Newcastle Jets in the A-League
Won the A-League Championship in 2010
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