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Abel Hernández: Biography, Facts and Career

Who is Abel Hernández? An evergreen, sourced profile: biography, key facts and career.

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Abel Hernández
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Abel Mathías Hernández Platero (born 8 August 1990) is a Uruguayan professional footballer who plays as a forward for Uruguayan Primera División club Peñarol. Hernández began his career with Central Español and Peñarol, and spent five and a half seasons in Italy with Palermo before joining Hull City for a club record £10 million in September 2014. Four years later, he joined CSKA Moscow, and upon his release signed for Al Ahli in 2019. After he was released by the Qatari club a year later, he moved to Brazil, first joining Internacional and later on Fluminense. A full international since 2010, Hernández has competed at various international tournaments with Uruguay, including their victory at the 2011 Copa América.

Quick facts about Abel Hernández

  • Full name: Abel Hernández
  • Born: 1990-08-08
  • Nationality: Uruguay
  • Known as: Athlete
  • Wikidata ID: Q318456

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Who is Abel Hernández?

Abel Mathías Hernández Platero (born 8 August 1990) is a Uruguayan professional footballer who plays as a forward for Uruguayan Primera División club Peñarol. Hernández began his career with Central Español and Peñarol, and spent five and a half seasons in Italy with Palermo before joining Hull City for a club record £10 million in September 2014.

What nationality is Abel Hernández?

Abel Hernández is Uruguay.

When was Abel Hernández born?

Abel Hernández was born on 1990-08-08.

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