Jeff Farmer
Australian footballer and goal scorer
Born
June 24th, 1977
48 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Australia
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Played Australian rules football at a professional level. Experienced success in the Australian Football League (AFL), representing teams such as the Melbourne Football Club and the Fremantle Dockers. Renowned for outstanding goal-scoring ability and contributions on the field. Achieved recognition as one of the league's top players during tenure.
Played for Melbourne Football Club
Played for Fremantle Dockers
Achieved All-Australian selection
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