Kevin Mirallas

Belgian footballer with club success

Kevin Mirallas - Belgian footballer with club success
Born

October 5th, 1987
38 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Belgium

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A professional footballer began his senior career at Lille OSC in 2005 before moving to Saint-Étienne on loan in 2006. Played for several clubs, including Everton in the Premier League, where he made significant contributions. Represented the Belgian national team, earning over 60 caps and participating in the 2014 FIFA World Cup and UEFA Euro 2016.

Scored 29 goals during tenure at Everton

Participated in the 2014 FIFA World Cup

Competed in UEFA Euro 2016

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