Jesús Manuel Corona

Mexican footballer with FC Porto

Jesús Manuel Corona - Mexican footballer with FC Porto
Born

January 6th, 1993
32 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Mexico

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A Mexican professional footballer, plays as a winger. Developed skills at the youth level with Monterrey before joining the senior team. Transferred to FC Porto, competing in the Primeira Liga. Participated in international tournaments, including the FIFA World Cup with the national team. Recognized for speed and dribbling ability, contributing significantly to club and national success.

Won the Primeira Liga with FC Porto

Participated in the FIFA World Cup 2018

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