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Place of Birth: Medellín, Antioquia Department, Colombia
About John Wilmar Pérez
- John Wilmar Pérez Muñoz (born 21 February 1970 in Medellín) is a Colombian football (soccer) player. A central midfielder, effective in winning the ball and passing it forward, Pérez played for the Colombian clubs Independiente Medellín and Deportivo Cali.
- In 2000, he moved to the Columbus Crew in the United States.
- After a slow first season in Columbus, Pérez excelled in 2001 while forming the core of a sturdy midfield next to Brian Maisonneuve.
- He finished the year with 8 goals and 15 assists, earning recognition as the club's Most Valuable Player for the season.
- In 2002, Pérez experienced a decline in his statistics and playing time, but nonetheless helped the Crew win their first trophy, the Lamar Hunt U.S.
- Open Cup. Pérez also represented the Colombian national team and was a participant at the 1992 Summer Olympics, 1997 Copa America, and 1998 FIFA World Cup.
- He played in all four of Colombia's matches at the Copa America in 1997, but remained on the bench throughout the World Cup the following year.
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