Marcos Rojo
Argentine footballer; 2014 FIFA World Cup
A professional footballer, primarily a defender, played for clubs including Estudiantes, Manchester United, and Sevilla. Represented Argentina in various international competitions, including the 2014 FIFA World Cup and the Copa América. Rojo contributed to Manchester United's success in the 2016 FA Cup and the 2017 EFL Cup. His career includes significant club-level achievements and influential performances on the international stage.
Played in the 2014 FIFA World Cup
Won the 2016 FA Cup with Manchester United
Won the 2017 EFL Cup with Manchester United
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