Lucas Torreira
Uruguayan footballer, Arsenal FC midfielder
Born
February 11th, 1996
29 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Uruguay
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Born in 1996, a professional footballer played as a midfielder. Started career at Pinks, then transitioned to Montevideo's Defensor Sporting. Achievements at Sampdoria included showcasing skills in Serie A, aiding the team's performance. Signed by Arsenal in 2018, participated in the English Premier League. Known for strong tackling and work rate. Competed with the Uruguayan national team, contributing significant performances in various international tournaments.
Played for Arsenal FC in the Premier League
Competed in the 2018 FIFA World Cup
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