Luis Hernández
Mexican footballer, World Cup player
Born
December 22nd, 1968
56 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Mexico
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An accomplished Mexican footballer, distinguished as a forward during the 1998 FIFA World Cup. The player's notable tenure included significant contributions to various clubs, particularly in Liga MX. A prominent figure in the international arena, participation in the World Cup highlighted a professional career characterized by technical skill and competitive spirit.
Scored 4 goals in the 1998 FIFA World Cup
Played for clubs such as Necaxa and Tigres UANL
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