Simone Motta
Professional footballer with success in Serie A
Born
August 26th, 1977
48 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Italy
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A footballer played as a defender primarily for several clubs in Italy. Prominently played for clubs such as Genoa and AC Milan. Contributed to AC Milan's defense during the 2007 UEFA Champions League victory. Had an impactful career in Serie A, participating in numerous matches and showcasing defensive skills.
Played for AC Milan during UEFA Champions League win in 2007
Competed in Serie A matches for multiple clubs
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