José Gonçalves
Portuguese footballer, played for several clubs
Born
September 17th, 1985
39 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Portugal
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Born in Portugal in 1985, this footballer played primarily as a defender. Starting his professional career with the youth system at Sporting CP, he later moved to various clubs across Europe, including Granada CF, where he competed in La Liga. He represented the national team at various youth levels, showcasing skills that contributed to his teams' defensive strategies. His career spanned over a decade, during which he played in several competitive leagues.
Played for clubs including Granada CF
Competed in La Liga
Represented Portugal at youth levels
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