Jefferson Montero

Ecuadorian footballer with influential career

Jefferson Montero - Ecuadorian footballer with influential career
Born

September 1st, 1989
35 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Ecuador

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A professional footballer specialized in playing as a winger. Played for several clubs including Independiente del Valle, Villarreal CF, and Swansea City. Also represented the Ecuadorian national team, participating in international tournaments such as the Copa America and FIFA World Cup.

Competed in the 2014 FIFA World Cup with Ecuador

Played for Swansea City in the Premier League

Contributed to Independiente del Valle's domestic success

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