Silvestre Varela
Portuguese footballer with FC Porto
Born
February 2nd, 1985
40 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Portugal
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This individual had a professional football career primarily as a winger. Spent a significant part of the career at FC Porto, contributing to multiple domestic and international titles. Represented the national team in various competitions, including the UEFA European Championship and the FIFA World Cup.
Won multiple Primeira Liga titles with FC Porto
Contributed to FC Porto's victory in the UEFA Europa League 2010-2011
Represented Portugal in the UEFA Euro 2012
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