Ramiro Funes Mori

Argentine footballer and defender

Ramiro Funes Mori - Argentine footballer and defender
Born

March 5th, 1991
34 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Argentina

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Played as a central defender in professional football. Began career with River Plate, where contributed to multiple domestic championships. Transferred to Europe, continuing career with clubs such as Benfica and Villarreal. Also represented the national team in various international competitions.

Won Copa Libertadores with River Plate

Competed in the Copa América for Argentina

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