Miguel Monteiro
Portuguese footballer with FC Porto titles
Born in 1980, a professional football player focused on right-back position. Played a significant part of the career at FC Porto, contributing to the team's successes in domestic and European competitions. Represented Portugal at various youth and senior levels, participating in major tournaments like UEFA Euro 2008.
Won Primeira Liga titles with FC Porto
Played in UEFA Champions League matches
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January 4th, 1731 294 years ago
Died
March 18th, 1793 232 years ago — 62 years old
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January 4th, 1931 94 years ago
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January 4th, 1896 129 years ago
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January 4th, 1913 112 years ago
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