Luís Roberto Alves
Mexican footballer with World Cup participation
Born
May 23rd, 1967
58 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Mexico
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Born in 1967, this footballer played as a forward and became a prominent figure in Mexican football during the late 1980s and early 1990s. Key contributions included performances in domestic leagues and for the national team. The player participated in the 1994 FIFA World Cup held in the United States, representing Mexico. Throughout a successful club career, he played for teams in both Mexico and Spain, achieving recognition for skillful play and goal-scoring ability.
Played in the 1994 FIFA World Cup
Represented clubs including Club América and Real Oviedo
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