Tomáš Skuhravý
Czech footballer and national team player
Born
September 7th, 1965
60 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Czech Republic
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Professional footballer who played as a forward. Began career in Czechoslovakia with Sigma Olomouc and later played for Sparta Prague. Achieved significant success in European competitions. Represented the national team, contributing to the Czechoslovak squad during the 1990 FIFA World Cup. After retiring, Skuhravý transitioned to a coaching role.
Played for Sparta Prague
Competed in the 1990 FIFA World Cup
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