Tomás Pineda
Footballer, El Salvador national team
Born in El Salvador, a talented footballer represented the national team in the 1970 FIFA World Cup. Played primarily as a midfielder during his football career. Contributed to the growth of football in El Salvador and gained recognition for skills on the field.
Represented El Salvador in the 1970 FIFA World Cup
Played for several clubs in El Salvador
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Paraguayan tennis player, French Open 2016
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January 21st, 1992 34 years ago
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Australian soccer player, national team member
Born
January 21st, 1995 31 years ago
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Younger sister of Adolf Hitler
Born
January 21st, 1896 130 years ago
Died
June 1st, 1960 65 years ago — 64 years old
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Italian anatomist and wax modeler
Born
January 21st, 1714 312 years ago
Died
July 9th, 1774 251 years ago — 60 years old
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Indian actor with notable film roles
Born
January 21st, 1986 40 years ago
Died
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