Mauricio Pinilla
Chilean footballer and World Cup participant
A professional footballer played as a forward and is recognized for contributions to clubs in Italy, Spain, and Chile. Played for Universidad de Chile, Atalanta, and Cagliari. Participated in the 2014 FIFA World Cup with the Chile national team. Achieved the top scorer title in the 2014 Copa del Rey while playing for the Spanish club Sporting Gijón. Notably featured in various Chilean national tournaments and contributed to the country's football legacy.
Participated in the 2014 FIFA World Cup
Top scorer in the 2014 Copa del Rey
Played for Universidad de Chile and Cagliari
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