Mauricio Isla
Chilean footballer and Copa América winner
Born
June 12th, 1988
36 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Chile
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A prominent figure in professional football, played as a right-back and also as a midfielder. Started his career at Universidad Católica before moving to Europe where he had notable stints with clubs such as Udinese, where he played in Serie A, and later joined Queens Park Rangers. Gained recognition for his performances in international tournaments, particularly with the Chile national team. Won the Copa América in 2015, contributing significantly to the team's success. Featured in multiple World Cup tournaments, displaying versatility and skill on the field.
Winning the Copa América in 2015
Playing for Udinese and Queens Park Rangers
Representing Chile in multiple World Cups
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