Pepe Reina
Spanish footballer and World Cup winner
Born
August 31st, 1982
43 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Spain
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A former professional footballer had a successful career as a goalkeeper. Played for clubs including Barcelona, Villarreal, Liverpool, Napoli, and AC Milan. Helped Liverpool win two FA Cups and a UEFA Champions League title in 2005. Was also part of the Spanish national team that won the UEFA Euro 2008, the FIFA World Cup 2010, and UEFA Euro 2012.
Won UEFA Champions League with Liverpool in 2005
Part of Spanish national team for World Cup 2010
Achieved consecutive UEFA Euro championships in 2008 and 2012
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