Salomón Rondón
Venezuelan footballer and top scorer
Born
September 16th, 1989
35 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Venezuela
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A professional footballer, primarily played as a striker. Started the senior career at Aragua in Venezuela before moving to Europe, where played for clubs including Málaga, Rubin Kazan, and West Bromwich Albion. Achieved success in the English Premier League and later joined Newcastle United. Represented the Venezuela national team and became the all-time leading goal scorer in the nation's history, contributing to international competitions.
Became the all-time top scorer for Venezuela
Played for Newcastle United in the Premier League
Had a significant stint at West Bromwich Albion
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