Leandro Desábato
Argentinian footballer and defender
Born
January 24th, 1979
46 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Argentina
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A retired footballer, played as a central defender. His professional career began in 1996 with Estudiantes de La Plata, where significant contributions included winning the Copa Libertadores in 2009. Later, played for several clubs, including a notable stint at Club Atlético Tigre. Desábato earned a reputation for his strong defensive skills and leadership on the field. After retiring from professional play, transitioned into coaching roles.
Winning the Copa Libertadores with Estudiantes in 2009
Serving as captain of Estudiantes de La Plata
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