Adrian Caceres
Argentine former footballer who played for Wellington Phoenix.
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Claudio Adrián Cáceres, born 10 January 1982, is an Argentine former footballer who last played for Balcatta FC. He started his professional career with English team Southampton before spending time with lower Football League clubs including Yeovil Town, Hull City, Wycombe Wanderers, Brentford and Aldershot Town. He moved back to Australia to play for Perth Glory in the inaugural A-League season, then joined Melbourne Victory for the second A-League season, where he reunited with former Perth Glory teammate Mark Byrnes. Caceres signed a two-year deal with the Central Coast Mariners on 7 February 2008, starting after the 2008 Asian Champions League, but was released by mutual consent in August 2009. He was snapped up by Wellington Phoenix days later.
Quick Facts
- Full name
- Claudio Adrián Cáceres
- Born
- 10 January 1982
- Birthplace
- Buenos Aires, Argentina
- Height
- 1.78 m / 5 ft 10 in
- Position
- Left winger, attacking midfielder
Facts from the source article.
Background
Caceres scored his first goal for Wellington Phoenix on 18 December 2009 in a 1–1 draw with Adelaide United. However, the goal was later ruled to have been an own goal from goalkeeper Eugene Galekovic. Before joining the Phoenix, Caceres had won NSL Championship medals with Perth Glory in 2002–03 and 2003–04, and later added an A-League Championship and Premiership with Melbourne Victory in 2006–07. His time at Perth Glory was marked by good performances but injuries kept him from being a first-team regular. On 18 March 2019, he was sentenced to 18 months' jail after being found guilty of dealing methamphetamine.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where was Adrian Caceres born?
Adrian Caceres was born on 10 January 1982 in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
What position does Adrian Caceres play?
Adrian Caceres's position is listed as Left winger and attacking midfielder.
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