Lisandro López

Argentine footballer with notable club success

Lisandro López - Argentine footballer with notable club success
Born

March 2nd, 1983
42 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Argentina

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A professional footballer from Argentina, this player has had a successful career in both domestic and international leagues. Beginning his career at Club Atlético Racing Club, he quickly gained a reputation for his scoring ability. Following his time at Racing, he played for FC Porto in Portugal, where he won multiple league titles. A significant period was spent at Ligue 1 club Lyon, contributing to the team's championship victories. Additionally, the player represented the Argentine national team in various international tournaments, showcasing his skills on a global stage.

Won Primeira Liga title with FC Porto

Won Ligue 1 title with Lyon

Scored goals in Copa America for Argentina

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