Philippe Mexès

Footballer, AS Roma and France national team

Philippe Mexès - Footballer, AS Roma and France national team
Born

March 30th, 1982
43 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

France

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Born in France, a career in football spanned over a decade. Primarily played as a central defender and garnered attention for defensive skills. Played for AS Roma in Serie A, competing at high levels in both domestic and European competitions. Represented the France national team from 2002 to 2013, participating in various international tournaments and contributing to the team's defensive lineup.

Played for AS Roma from 2011 to 2016

Participated in FIFA World Cup 2014

Secured the Coupe de France with Auxerre in 2005

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