Jürgen Macho
Austrian footballer and goalkeeper
Born
August 24th, 1977
48 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Austria
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Played as a goalkeeper primarily for SK Rapid Wien and had a stint with the Austrian national team. Participated in international competitions, including the UEFA European Championship. Played in multiple leagues across Europe, contributing to team successes and individual performances.
Played for SK Rapid Wien
Represented Austria in UEFA competitions
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