Juan Francisco Torres
Spanish football midfielder with Granada CF
Born
January 9th, 1985
40 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Spain
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Career spanned primarily in Spanish football, featuring as a midfielder for multiple clubs including Granada CF. Played a significant role in securing promotion to La Liga with Granada in 2011. Spent time with teams such as Albacete Balompié and Real Madrid's youth squad. Represented Spain at various youth levels.
Helped Granada CF achieve La Liga promotion in 2011
Played for Albacete Balompié
Developed through Real Madrid's youth system
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