Tim Cahill

Footballer with Everton success

Tim Cahill - Footballer with Everton success
Born

December 6th, 1979
45 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Australia

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A professional footballer, played primarily as a midfielder and forward. Spent a significant part of the career at Everton FC in the Premier League, becoming the club's leading goal scorer for a midfielder. Also represented the national team of Australia, earning over a hundred caps and participating in several FIFA World Cups. Known for his aerial ability and impressive goal-scoring record.

Played for Everton FC and scored 68 goals

Represented Australia in the World Cup

Scored Australia's first-ever goal in a World Cup

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