Mauricio Serna
Colombian footballer and Atlético Nacional midfielder
Born
January 22nd, 1968
57 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Colombia
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A Colombian footballer played primarily as a midfielder. His career spanned several clubs, with significant stints at Atlético Nacional and Boca Juniors. Achieved major success with Boca Juniors, winning domestic titles and the Copa Libertadores. Represented the Colombian national team, participating in the 1998 FIFA World Cup. Contributed to the development of the game in Colombia during the 1990s and early 2000s.
Won the Copa Libertadores with Boca Juniors in 2000
Played for Atlético Nacional
Represented Colombia in the 1998 FIFA World Cup
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