Mattia Destro

Italian Footballer, Serie A Player

Mattia Destro - Italian Footballer, Serie A Player
Born

March 20th, 1991
33 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Italy

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Born in 1991, this Italian footballer played as a forward. A significant part of the career was spent in Serie A, representing clubs such as Genoa, Siena, and Bologna. Achievements include notable performances in top-flight Italian football, contributing to team scoring and competitiveness in the league. Played for the national team, participating in various qualifications and friendly matches.

Played for Genoa, Siena, and Bologna in Serie A

Represented Italy in international fixtures

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