Maynor Figueroa
Professional footballer; World Cup veteran
Born
May 2nd, 1983
42 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Honduras
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A professional footballer from Honduras, played primarily as a left-back. Started career in the Honduran league before moving to Major League Soccer, joining the Houston Dynamo. Transferred to clubs in England, including Wigan Athletic, where contributed significantly to the team's defense. Represented Honduras in multiple international tournaments, including the FIFA World Cup in 2014. Played a crucial role in qualifying the national team for the World Cup, showcasing strong defensive skills and leadership on the field.
Competed in the 2014 FIFA World Cup
Played for Wigan Athletic in the Premier League
Won the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup with Houston Dynamo
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