Simone Pepe

Footballer with Juventus achievements

Simone Pepe - Footballer with Juventus achievements
Born

August 30th, 1983
41 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Italy

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A footballer played primarily as a winger. Career included significant tenure at clubs such as Juventus and Udinese along with representing the Italian national team. Achievements included winning multiple Serie A titles and domestic cups. Played in the UEFA Champions League and participated in UEFA Euro 2012, contributing to the national team's performance.

Won Serie A titles with Juventus

Participated in UEFA Euro 2012

Played in the UEFA Champions League

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