Juan Román Riquelme is the player that Argentine Coach José Pekerman looks to to lead the “Sky Blue” team to its third Cup crown. Riquelme’s precise ball-handling and passing in the mid-field have earned him a stellar reputation as among the best players playing in Europe.
Name Juan Román Riquelme Birth June 24, 1978 in San Fernando (ARG) Height 1.82 meters (5’ 10”) Weight 75 kilos (166 lbs.) Position Mid-fielder Club Villareal C.F (SPA)
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