Nuno Gomes

Portuguese footballer and striker

Nuno Gomes - Portuguese footballer and striker
Born

July 5th, 1976
49 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Portugal

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A retired Portuguese footballer, celebrated as a striker. Developed a professional career spanning two decades, playing for clubs such as Boavista, Braga, Benfica, and Fiorentina. Achieved significant success in domestic and international tournaments. Represented the national team, contributing to Portugal's run to the finals of the UEFA Euro 2004. Remembered for technical skill and goal-scoring ability.

Played for Portugal in UEFA Euro 2004

Played for Benfica and won multiple Primeira Liga titles

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