Football Players Whose First Name Starts With D

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David Beckham
(English Former Professional Footballer Who was One of the Greatest Midfielders of His Generation)
David Beckham
139
Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: May 2, 1975
Sun Sign: Taurus
Birthplace: London, England
David Beckham is a former English footballer who was football superstar on-field and a heartthrob off-field. A former player for Manchester United, Real Madrid and Milan, among others, Beckham was a free-kick specialist, a brilliant crosser of the ball and the first English player to win league titles in four countries. His passion for football, charisma and fashion style have made him an international sensation.  
 2 
Diego Maradona
(One of the Greatest Football Players in the History of the Sport)
Diego Maradona
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Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: October 30, 1960
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Birthplace: Lanús, Argentina
Died: November 25, 2020

Nicknamed The Golden Boy, Diego Maradona is considered one of the greatest footballers of all time. Thanks to his popularity and controversial personal life, which includes drug abuse issues and addiction to cocaine, Diego Maradona became a world-renowned counterculture icon. He was also an iconic figure in popular culture.

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David de Gea
(Spanish Professional Football Player Who Plays as a Goalkeeper)
David de Gea
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Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: November 7, 1990
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Birthplace: Madrid, Spain
Spanish goalkeeper David de Gea currently plays as a goalkeeper for Manchester United and has helped his team win a Premier League, an FA Cup, and an EFL Cup, among other titles. With his previous team, Atletico Madrid, he won a UEFA Europa League and a UEFA Super Cup.
 4 
Dani Alves
(Brazilian Professional Footballer Who Plays as a Right-Back)
Dani Alves
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Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: May 6, 1983
Sun Sign: Taurus
Birthplace: Juazeiro, State of Bahia, Brazil

Dani Alves is a Brazilian professional footballer. He currently plays as a right-back for La Liga club Barcelona and the Brazil national team. He is widely considered one of the greatest full-backs of all time. With 46 titles at the senior level and 47 official titles overall, he is the most decorated player in the history of football. 

 5 
Declan Rice
(English Professional Footballer Who Plays as a Defensive Midfielder)
Declan Rice
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Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: January 14, 1999
Sun Sign: Capricorn
Birthplace: Kingston upon Thames, England
Height: 6'1" (185 cm)
 6 
David Alaba
(Austrian Footballer Who Plays as a Midfielder and Defender)
David Alaba
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Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: June 24, 1992
Sun Sign: Cancer
Birthplace: Vienna, Austria

David Alaba is an Austrian football player who currently plays for the Real Madrid Club de Fútbol and the Austria national football team. Best known for his versatility, Alaba can play as a midfielder and defender. Counted among the greatest defenders of his generation, David Alaba is a two-time Austrian Sports Personality of the Year recipient.  

 7 
David Silva
( Spanish Professional Footballer Who Plays As Midfielder )
David Silva
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Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: January 8, 1986
Sun Sign: Capricorn
Birthplace: Arguineguín, Spain
Spanish footballer David Silva played a key role in Spain's victories in the UEFA Euro Cup in 2008 and 2012 and the FIFA World Cup in 2010. A midfielder, he is known for his dribbling skills and ability to retain possession of the ball. Having played for football clubs like Valencia and Manchester United, he currently plays for Real Sociedad.
 8 
Didier Drogba
(Ivorian Former Professional Footballer Who Played as a Striker)
Didier Drogba
26
Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: March 11, 1978
Sun Sign: Pisces
Birthplace: Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire
Height: 6'2" (188 cm)
 9 
Dele Alli
(English Professional Footballer Who Plays as an Attacking Midfielder)
Dele Alli
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Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: April 11, 1996
Sun Sign: Aries
Birthplace: Milton Keynes, England
Midfielder Dele Alli began training as part of the Milton Keynes Dons youth system at age 11. He became a professional with the Dons and then played for the Tottenham Hotspur. The two-time PFA Young Player of the Year awardee led England to the 2018 FIFA World Cup semi-finals.
 10 
David Luiz
(Brazilian Professional Football Player Who Plays as a Centre-back)
David Luiz
12
Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: April 22, 1987
Sun Sign: Taurus
Birthplace: Diadema, Brazil

David Luiz is a Brazilian professional footballer. He currently plays for the Brazilian sports club Flamengo. He is primarily a center-back, but he can also play as a defensive midfielder. Since making his full international debut for Brazil in 2010, he has earned over 50 caps for his country. He also co-owns an Italian restaurant.  

 11 
David Villa
(Football- Striker for Spain)
David Villa
10
Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: December 3, 1981
Sun Sign: Sagittarius
Birthplace: Langreo, Spain
Height: 5'9" (175 cm)
 12 
Dennis Bergkamp
(Dutch Retired Football Forward)
Dennis Bergkamp
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Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: May 10, 1969
Sun Sign: Taurus
Birthplace: Amsterdam, Netherlands

Dutch football coach and retired player Dennis Bergkamp had a successful playing career with clubs such as Ajax, Arsenal, and Inter Milan. Initially a midfielder, he later played as a striker. The 2-time FIFA World Player of the Year bronze winner also gained the nickname the Non-Flying Dutchman for his fear of flying.

 13 
Diego Costa
(Professional Football Player Who Plays as a Striker)
Diego Costa
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Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: October 7, 1988
Sun Sign: Libra
Birthplace: Lagarto, State of Sergipe, Brazil

Diego Costa is a professional football player who helped Atlético Madrid win a UEFA Super Cup, Copa del Rey title, and La Liga title. Costa is one of the few footballers to have represented two international teams, having played for the Brazil national team and Spain national team; he played for the latter at the 2014 and 2018 World Cups.

 14 
Dimitar Berbatov
(The Leading Goal-Scorer in Bulgarian Football History)
Dimitar Berbatov
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Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: January 30, 1981
Sun Sign: Aquarius
Birthplace: Blagoevgrad, Bulgaria

Born to a footballer father and a handball player mother, Bulgarian former footballer Dimitar Berbatov was no stranger to sports as a child. He made history as a striker and became Bulgaria’s leading goal-scorer of all time. He has also had a successful career with Manchester United, winning 2 Premier Leagues with them.

 15 
Deco
(Retired Professional Football Player Who Played as an Attacking or Central Midfielder)
Deco
6
Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: August 27, 1977
Sun Sign: Virgo
Birthplace: São Bernardo do Campo, Brazil

Brazilian-born-Portuguese retired professional footballer Deco, who mainly played as an attacking or central midfielder, is counted among the best players of his time. During his illustrious playing career, he achieved several feats including winning UEFA Champions League with and receiving UEFA Best Midfielder Award from two clubs, Porto and Barcelona. Following his football career, Deco started the D20 Sports agency.

 16 
Douglas Costa
(Brazilian Professional Footballer Who Plays as a Winger)
Douglas Costa
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Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: September 14, 1990
Sun Sign: Virgo
Birthplace: Sapucaia do Sul, Brazil
Height: 5'8" (173 cm)
 17 
Diego Forlán
(Uruguayan Professional Football Manager and Former Player Who Played as a Striker)
Diego Forlán
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Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: May 19, 1979
Sun Sign: Taurus
Birthplace: Montevideo, Uruguay
Height: 5'11" (180 cm)
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Dwight Yorke
(Trinidadian and Tobagonian Retired Football Player Who Played as a Midfielder)
Dwight Yorke
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Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: November 3, 1971
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Birthplace: Canaan, Trinidad and Tobago
Trinidadian former footballer Dwight Yorke, or the Smiling Assassin, is known for his stint with clubs such as Aston Villa and Manchester United. He also served as the assistant manager of the Trinidadian national team. He helped his country reach the FIFA World Cup for the first time.
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Dejan Kulusevski
(Swedish Professional Footballer Who Plays as a Winger or Midfielder)
Dejan Kulusevski
5
Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: April 25, 2000
Sun Sign: Taurus
Birthplace: Stockholm, Sweden
Height: 6'1" (185 cm)
 20 
David Ospina
(Colombian Football Player Who Plays as a Goalkeeper)
David Ospina
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Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: August 31, 1988
Sun Sign: Virgo
Birthplace: Medellin, Colombia

David Ospina is a Colombian football player who plays for the Colombia national football team. Ospina made his national debut in 2007 and is currently the most capped player of Colombia. Apart from representing his country in important tournaments like the FIFA World Cup and Copa Américas, David Ospina has also played for popular clubs like Arsenal and Atlético Nacional.

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Dimitri Payet
(French Professional Footballer)
Dimitri Payet
7
Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: March 29, 1987
Sun Sign: Aries
Birthplace: Saint-Pierre, Réunion, France
Height: 5'9" (175 cm)
 22 
Diego Simeone
(Former Argentine Football Midfielder and Current Football Manager of 'Atlético Madrid')
Diego Simeone
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Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: April 28, 1970
Sun Sign: Taurus
Birthplace: Buenos Aires, Argentina

Diego Simeone is an Argentine former football player who was part of the silver medal-winning team at the 1996 Olympic Games in Atlanta. An important player for his country, Simeone also represented Argentina at the 1994, 1998, and 2002 World Cups. Simeone also won two Copa América titles for Argentina. He is currently serving as the coach of Atlético Madrid.

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Dusan Tadic
(Serbian Professional Footballer Who Plays as a Forward or Attacking Midfielder)
Dusan Tadic
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Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: November 20, 1988
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Birthplace: Bačka Topola, SFR Yugoslavia

Dusan Tadic is a Serbian football player who captains the Serbia national team as well as the popular Dutch club Ajax. He played an influential role in the 2018 FIFA World Cup qualifications and helped his team qualify for the final tournament. In 2019, he was named Serbian Player of the Year.

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Danny Carvajal
(Spanish Professional Footballer Who Plays as a Right Back)
Danny Carvajal
8
Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: January 11, 1992
Sun Sign: Capricorn
Birthplace: Leganés, Spain
Height: 5'8" (173 cm)
Celebrity Names:
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Davor Šuker
(Iconic Croatian Former Footballer and Sports Administrator)
Davor Šuker
6
Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: January 1, 1968
Sun Sign: Capricorn
Birthplace: Osijek, Croatia

Legendary Croatian former footballer Davor Šuker has also headed the Croatian Football Federation as its president. His illustrious career saw him spend successful stints at both Real Madrid and Arsenal. He was also part of the 1998 FIFA World Cup third place-winning Croatian squad and remains Croatia’s all-time top goal-scorer.

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Daniele De Rossi
(Former Italian Professional Football Player Who Played as a Defensive Midfielder)
Daniele De Rossi
4
Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: July 24, 1983
Sun Sign: Leo
Birthplace: Rome, Lazio, Italy

Daniele De Rossi is an Italian football coach and former player. He is currently serving as the national football team's assistant coach. A defensive midfielder during his playing career, Daniele helped his team win the 2006 FIFA World Cup. He is the highest-scoring midfielder for Italy post-World War II.

 27 
Dirk Kuyt
(Former Dutch Footballer Who Played as a Striker and Winger)
Dirk Kuyt
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Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: July 22, 1980
Sun Sign: Cancer
Birthplace: Katwijk, Netherlands

Dirk Kuyt is a Dutch retired football player who played for the Netherlands national football team from 2004 to 2014. He represented his country at important tournaments, including the 2006, 2010, and 2014 World Cups. In 2006, he was named Dutch Footballer of the Year. Dirk Kuyt was also an important player for popular clubs like Liverpool and Fenerbahçe. 

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Didier Deschamps
(Former Footballer Defensive Midfielder)
Didier Deschamps
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Listed In: Miscellaneous
Birthdate: October 15, 1968
Sun Sign: Libra
Birthplace: Bayonne, France

Didier Deschamps is a French former professional football player turned manager. He played as a defensive midfielder for many clubs, such as Marseille, Juventus, Chelsea, and Valencia. He was also a French international. He began his managerial career in 2001 and has been the manager of the France national team since 2012. Former tennis player Nathalie Tauziat is his cousin. 

 29 
David James
(association football player)
David James
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Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: August 1, 1970
Sun Sign: Leo
Birthplace: Welwyn Garden City
Height: 6'4" (193 cm)
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Daryl Dike
(American Professional Soccer Player Who Plays as a Striker)
Daryl Dike
8
Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: June 3, 2000
Sun Sign: Gemini
Birthplace: Edmond, Oklahoma, United States
Height: 6'2" (188 cm)
 31 
Denis Law
(Scottish Former Footballer Who Played as a Forward)
Denis Law
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Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: February 24, 1940
Sun Sign: Pisces
Birthplace: Bucksburn, Aberdeen, Scotland

After representing teams such as Manchester City and Torino, Scottish footballer Denis Law had a successful stint with Manchester United. Known as The King, he was the only Scottish footballer to earn a Ballon d'Or and the only man to have 2 statues at the Old Trafford.

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Dida
(Brazilian Former Footballer Who Played as a Goalkeeper)
Dida
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Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: October 7, 1973
Sun Sign: Libra
Birthplace: Irará, State of Bahia, Brazil
 33 
David Seaman
(Footballer)
David Seaman
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Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: September 19, 1963
Sun Sign: Virgo
Birthplace: Rotherham, England
Height: 6'3" (190 cm)
 34 
Denis Irwin
(Former Professional Footballer Who Played as a Full-Back)
Denis Irwin
4
Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: October 31, 1965
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Birthplace: Cork, Ireland

Known for his 12-year stint with Manchester United, Irish footballer Denis Irwin established himself as a dependable left-back, winning many championships with the club, such as the Premier League and the FA Cup. Post-retirement, he launched a successful media career as a sports presenter on channels such as MUTV.

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Djibril Cissé
(French Former Professional Footballer Who Played as a Forward)
Djibril Cissé
5
Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: August 12, 1981
Sun Sign: Leo
Birthplace: Arles, France
Height: 6'0" (183 cm)
 36 
Divock Origi
(Belgian Professional Football Forward)
Divock Origi
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Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: April 18, 1995
Sun Sign: Aries
Birthplace: Ostend, Belgium

Belgian professional football-forward Divock Origi plays for Belgium and AC Milan. During his eight-year tenure with Liverpool, he achieved several feats with the club including winning 2019–20 Premier League and the club’s first FIFA Club World Cup title (2019). He played for Belgium during 2014 FIFA World Cup, and became the youngest goal-scorer in the country’s World Cup history.

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Danny Ings
(English Professional Footballer Who Plays as a Forward)
Danny Ings
4
Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: July 23, 1992
Sun Sign: Leo
Birthplace: Winchester, United Kingdom
Height: 5'10" (178 cm)
 38 
Dick Advocaat
(Dutch Former Football Midfielder and Defender)
Dick Advocaat
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Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: September 27, 1947
Sun Sign: Libra
Birthplace: The Hague, Netherlands

Dutch football coach and former footballer Dick Advocaat was a midfielder and defender in his playing days. He was 18 when he began his senior career and later had successful stints with clubs such as PSV Eindhoven and Rangers. His 2008 UEFA Cup with with Zenit earned him an honorary citizenship of St. Petersburg.

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Dries Mertens
(Belgian Professional Football Striker)
Dries Mertens
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Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: May 6, 1987
Sun Sign: Taurus
Birthplace: Leuven, Belgium

Belgian footballer Dries Mertens, also known as Ciro, is a striker/winger for the Turkish club Galatasaray. Starting his senior career with Gent, he has also represented the Italian club Napoli and the Dutch club Utrecht. He was also part of the FIFA World Cup third-place-winning Belgian squad of 2018.

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Domenico Berardi
(Italian Professional Footballer Who Plays as a Forward)
Domenico Berardi
4
Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: August 1, 1994
Sun Sign: Leo
Birthplace: Cariati, Italy
Height: 6'0" (183 cm)
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Dejan Lovren
(Croatian Professional Football Player Who Plays as a Centre-Back)
Dejan Lovren
8
Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: July 5, 1989
Sun Sign: Cancer
Birthplace: Zenica, Bosnia

Following his 6-year stint with Liverpool, Croatian footballer Dejan Lovren has now moved to Russia to captain Zenit Saint Petersburg. He spent his early childhood in the war-torn Bosnia and Herzegovina and then escaped to Germany and eventually to Croatia. He led Croatia to the 2018 FIFA World Cup final.

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Darren Moore
(Professional Football Manager and Former Player Who Played as a Centre-Back)
Darren Moore
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Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: April 22, 1974
Sun Sign: Taurus
Birthplace: Birmingham, England

Darren Moore is a football manager who is currently managing Sheffield Wednesday Football Club which plays in the English Football League One. A former player, Moore played as a centre-back for teams like Torquay United and Bradford City. In April and September 2018, Moore was named Premier League Manager of the Month and EFL Championship Manager of the Month respectively. 

 43 
Dixie Dean
(Footballer)
Dixie Dean
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Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: January 22, 1907
Sun Sign: Aquarius
Birthplace: Birkenhead, England
Died: March 1, 1980
Height: 5'10" (178 cm)
 44 
Don Hutson
(American football player)
Don Hutson
5
Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: January 31, 1913
Sun Sign: Aquarius
Birthplace: Pine Bluff, Arkansas, United States
Died: June 26, 1997
Height: 6'1" (185 cm)
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Daniëlle van de Donk
(Dutch Footballer Who Plays as a Midfielder)
Daniëlle van de Donk
3
Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: August 5, 1991
Sun Sign: Leo
Birthplace: Valkenswaard, Netherlands

Danielle van de Donk is a Dutch football player who plays for the Netherlands women's national football team. She played a major role in her team's gold medal finish at the UEFA European Women's Championship in 2017. In 2019, Danielle van de Donk helped her team win the runner-up trophy at the FIFA Women's World Cup.

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Demarai Gray
(Association football player)
Demarai Gray
7
Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: June 28, 1996
Sun Sign: Cancer
Birthplace: Birmingham
Height: 5'10" (178 cm)
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Daniel Agger
(Danish Professional Football Coach and Former Player)
Daniel Agger
4
Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: December 12, 1984
Sun Sign: Sagittarius
Birthplace: Hvidovre, Denmark
Height: 6'3" (190 cm)
 48 
Darijo Srna
(Former Croatian Football Legend Known for His Association with Shakhtar Donetsk)
Darijo Srna
1
Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: May 1, 1982
Sun Sign: Taurus
Birthplace: Metković, Croatia

Retired Croatian footballer Darijo Srna now heads the Ukrainian club Shakhtar Donetsk as its director of football. He has previously represented Shakhtar Donetsk as a player for 15 years, winning the Ukrainian Premier League 10 times with them. During his retirement, he was the most-capped Croatian player in history.

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Diego Milito
(Argentine Former Professional Footballer Who Played as a Striker and Manager)
Diego Milito
9
Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: June 12, 1979
Sun Sign: Gemini
Birthplace: Bernal, Argentina
Height: 6'0" (183 cm)
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Denzel Dumfries
(Dutch Professional Footballer Who Plays as a Right-Back)
Denzel Dumfries
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Listed In: Sportspersons
Birthdate: April 18, 1996
Sun Sign: Aries
Birthplace: Rotterdam, Netherlands
Height: 6'2" (188 cm)