Mateo Musacchio
Argentine footballer with Villarreal CF
Born
August 26th, 1990
34 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Argentina
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Professional footballer played as a central defender. Began career at River Plate before moving to Villarreal CF in 2014. Later transferred to AC Milan in 2017, contributing significantly to the team's defense. Represented Argentina at various youth levels, showcasing talent in international competitions. Regarded for strong defensive skills and leadership on the field.
Played for Villarreal CF in La Liga
Competed with AC Milan in Serie A
Represented Argentina U20 and U23
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