Oswaldo Sánchez
Footballer and World Cup goalkeeper
Born
September 21st, 1973
52 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Mexico
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A professional footballer played as a goalkeeper. Competed in multiple international tournaments, including the FIFA World Cup. Played for Club América, Santos Laguna, and Guadalajara. Enjoyed a successful club career in Liga MX and earned recognition for contributions to the national team.
Represented Mexico in the 2002 and 2006 FIFA World Cups
Helped Club América win the 2002 Torneo Invierno
Secured multiple Liga MX titles with Santos Laguna
Participated in three editions of the Gold Cup
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