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Hélder Manuel Marques Postiga (Portuguese pronunciation: [ˈɛldɛɾ puʃˈtiɣɐ]; born 2 August 1982) is a Portuguese former professional footballer who played as a striker. After beginning at Porto, where he won eight items of silverware along the way, he amassed Primeira Liga totals of 195 games and 54 goals over 11 seasons, with that club, Sporting CP and Rio Ave. He also played in six foreign countries, most notably in Spain where he totalled 27 goals in 99 La Liga matches for three teams. A Portugal international since 2003, Postiga represented the country in two World Cups and three European Championships, helping the nation to reach the final at Euro 2004.

Quick facts about Hélder Postiga

  • Full name: Hélder Postiga
  • Born: 1982-08-02
  • Nationality: Portugal
  • Known as: Athlete
  • Wikidata ID: Q214117

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Who is Hélder Postiga?

Hélder Manuel Marques Postiga (Portuguese pronunciation: [ˈɛldɛɾ puʃˈtiɣɐ]; born 2 August 1982) is a Portuguese former professional footballer who played as a striker. After beginning at Porto, where he won eight items of silverware along the way, he amassed Primeira Liga totals of 195 games and 54 goals over 11 seasons, with that club, Sporting CP and Rio Ave.

What nationality is Hélder Postiga?

Hélder Postiga is Portugal.

When was Hélder Postiga born?

Hélder Postiga was born on 1982-08-02.

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