Sergio Floccari
Italian footballer and Serie A forward
Born
November 12th, 1981
43 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Italy
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Born in 1981, this individual played primarily as a forward in Italian football. His career included notable tenures at clubs such as Lazio, where achievements included winning the Coppa Italia and Supercoppa Italiana. Floccari also represented various teams throughout Serie A, contributing to their successes in domestic competitions.
Won Coppa Italia with Lazio
Played in Serie A for multiple clubs
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