Football Files - Episode 83 – JAVIER SAVIOLA

Javier Saviola, an Argentinian footballer, was a prolific goalscorer from a young age. He gained fame for his skills, reminiscent of Pele and Maradona, and became the top scorer in the Argentinian League by 1999. Saviola won the FIFA World Cup Youth Tournament in 2001, setting a record with 11 goals. He then moved to Barcelona, followed by Monaco and Sevilla, but struggled to make a significant impact. In 2004, he won an Olympic gold medal with Argentina. Under coach Jose Pekerman, Saviola played in the 2006 FIFA World Cup.

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