Pablo Sebastián Álvarez
Argentinian footballer with Boca Juniors

Born
April 17th, 1984
40 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Argentina
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Played football professionally in Argentina and Europe. Gained recognition at Boca Juniors, contributing significantly to the team's successes. Played for various clubs, showcasing skills as a forward during a career that spanned over a decade. Achieved national team selection and participated in international competitions.
Scored key goals for Boca Juniors
Represented Argentina in international matches
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