John Carew
Norwegian footballer, UEFA Euro 2000 player
Born
September 5th, 1979
46 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Norway
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A prominent Norwegian footballer, born in 1979, played as a forward during a career that spanned several European clubs. Notable stints included playing for Valencia CF, where contributed to winning the UEFA Cup in 2004. Played for Aston Villa in the English Premier League and secured impressively high performances. Represented Norway in international competitions, including UEFA Euro 2000, showcasing athletic ability and skill on the pitch.
Played for Valencia CF, winning UEFA Cup 2004
Played for Aston Villa in Premier League
Represented Norway in UEFA Euro 2000
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