Simão Sabrosa
Footballer with Benfica and Atlético Madrid
Born
October 31st, 1979
46 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Portugal
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Played professional football primarily as a winger. Started career at Sporting CP before moving to Benfica, where notable success included winning multiple Primeira Liga titles and the Taça de Portugal. Transferred to Atlético Madrid in 2007, contributing to the team's victory in the UEFA Europa League in 2010. Also played for the Portuguese national team, appearing in UEFA Euro 2004 and the 2006 FIFA World Cup. Renowned for speed and technical skills on the pitch.
Won Primeira Liga titles with Benfica
Secured UEFA Europa League title with Atlético Madrid
Represented Portugal in UEFA Euro 2004
Participated in the 2006 FIFA World Cup
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