Club América is one of the most beloved football clubs in Mexico. Founded in 1916, it has a long history of success on and off the field. Known as Las Águilas (The Eagles), this professional team based out of Mexico City competes at the top tier Liga MX level with passionate fans all over Latin America who cheer them on to victory. With an expansive trophy collection that includes seven CONCACAF Champions League titles, Club América is a force to be reckoned with.
1. Guillermo Ochoa
Goalkeeper
Career
- América
- 2003–2004: Tigrillos Coapa [es]
- 2004–2011: América
- 2004: San Luis
- 2011–2014: Ajaccio
- 2014–2017: Málaga
- 2016–2017: → Granada (loan)
- 2017–2019: Standard Liège
- 2019–2022: América
- 2023–: Salernitana
- 2004: Mexico U23
- 2021: Mexico Olympic (O.P.)
- 2005–: Mexico
Ochoa was born in Guadalajara, Jalisco and grew up playing for local side Tigrillos Coapa. He signed with American club América in 2004 and became the first-choice goalkeeper there before moving to French outfit Ajaccio in 2011.
Ochoa made his international debut for Mexico in 2007 and has since represented them at three World Cups (2010, 2014, and 2018). Ochoa is a two-time CONCACAF Gold Cup winner (2009, 2013) as well as a Silver medalist at the Olympics (2012).
At club level he has won multiple domestic cups with both América and Ajaccio over the course of his career so far. In June 2019 he joined Italian Serie B side Salernitana on a season long loan deal.
Ochoa married model Daniella Rodriguez on 12 July 2017 Ochoa started his career in 2004 with Mexico U23 and has since represented the country at various CONCACAF tournaments.
Ochoa was part of the Mexican team that won the Gold Cup in 2009, 2011 and 2015. He also played in Copa América 2013 where they reached the semi-finals but were beaten by Argentina.
In 2019, Ochoa led Mexico to their first ever World Cup qualification win which secured them a place at Russia next year.
Also Played For: football manager 2011, mexico national football team
2. Roger Martínez
Forward
Career
- : Estudiantil Porteño
- 2011: Boca Juniors
- 2011: Argentinos Juniors
- 2012: Racing Club
- Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
- 2013–2016: Racing Club: 24: (5)
- 2014: → Santamarina (loan): 9: (0)
- 2015: → Aldosivi (loan): 26: (6)
- 2016–2018: Jiangsu Suning: 30: (17)
- 2018: → Villarreal (loan): 8: (1)
- 2018–: América: 131: (27)
- 2015–2016: Colombia Olympic: 4: (5)
- 2016–: Colombia: 25: (3)
Roger Martínez is a Colombian forward who currently plays for America in the Liga MX. Roger Martínez began his career with Estudiantil Porteño before moving to Boca Juniors in 2011.
In 2012, Roger joined Racing Club where he scored 11 goals in 36 appearances over two seasons. After linking up with América in 2015, Roger has since made 108 league appearances and scored 33 goals for the club Roger Martínez is a Colombian football player who plays for Spanish club Villarreal.
He has played for several clubs in his native country, most notably Racing Club and Jiangsu Suning. He made his international debut for Colombia in 2015 at the Copa América Centenario. In 2018 he was loaned to American club América where he helped them win the CONCACAF Champions League that year.
3. Henry Martín
Forward
Career
- 2008: Itzaes
- 2013–2014: Venados
- 2014–2017: Tijuana
- 2018–: América
- 2021: Mexico Olympic (O.P.)
- 2015–: Mexico
Henry Martín is a Mexican forward who currently plays for América. He was born in 1992 and started playing football at the age of six with his local team, Itzaes.
In 2008, he joined Atlante where he made his professional debut later that year against Puebla CF. During his time at Atlante, Henry scored 25 goals in 105 appearances which included Ligue 1 and Copa Libertadores matches.
In 2018, he signed for América after spending two years on loan with Tigres UANL where he helped them win their first ever Liga MX title in 2017-18 season.
Henry has represented Mexico at Under-17 level to Under-23 level and made his full international debut against Peru in November 2016 aged just 22 years old making him one of the youngest players to make an appearance for El Tri.
Henry Martín is a Mexican professional footballer who plays for America.
He made his international debut in 2015 and has since represented Mexico at the Olympics twice, as well as various other tournaments.
Henry Martín is known for his pace and dribbling ability which often set him up to score goals; he has scored 55 times for America throughout his career so far.
In 2018, he won the Liga MX title with Tijuana, helping them to their first championship in seventeen years. Henry Martín is also a strong member of the Mexico national team, having played 29 times over the course of three seasons and scoring seven goals.
4. Cuauhtémoc Blanco
Forward
Career
- 1988–1992: América
- 1992–2007: América
- 1997–1998: Necaxa (loan)
- 2000–2002: Real Valladolid (loan)
- 2004: Veracruz (loan)
- 2007–2009: Chicago Fire
- 2008: Santos Laguna (loan)
- 2010: Veracruz
- 2010–2011: Irapuato
- 2012–2013: Dorados
- 2013–2014: BUAP
- 2014–2015: Puebla
- 2016: América
- 1995–2014: Mexico
Cuauhtémoc Blanco is a Mexican politician who has served as Governor of Morelos since 1 October 2018. He previously served as Municipal President of Cuernavaca from 2016 to2018.
Prior to this, he was a member of the Chamber of Deputies for Morelos from 2003 to 2006 and again from 2009 to 2012. Blanco is married with two children and studied law at the Instituto Tecnológico de Monterrey (ITEM).
Cuauhtémoc Blanco is a retired football player who has served as a member of the Mexican Congress since 2003. Blanco is best known for playing for Club América and Mexico national team, where he won two Gold Medals at the Olympic Games and one World Cup respectively.
In 2017, he was elected to serve another term in the Mexican Congress as a representative of the Social Encounter Party.
Among his other accomplishments, Cuauhtémoc Blanco has been recognized with several awards including The Order of Merit from President Felipe Calderón and honorary doctorates from universities throughout Mexico.
He currently serves as an ambassador for UNICEF México and also volunteers with numerous charitable organizations across Latin America.
Also Played For: chicago fire fc
5. Federico Viñas
Forward
Career
- Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
- 2018–2020: Juventud: 40: (11)
- 2019–2020: → América (loan): 15: (8)
- 2020–: América: 83: (12)
- 2020: Uruguay U23: 10: (1)
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 04:33, 8 January 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 10 February 2020
Federico Viñas is a Uruguayan footballer who currently plays for River Plate in the Argentine Primera División. He started his career at hometown club Montevideo Wanderers, before moving to Spanish side Valencia CF in 2017.
After impressing during his spell with Valencia, Viñas moved to River Plate earlier this year and has quickly become a key player for them. Federico Viñas has been capped by Uruguay at youth level and was part of their squad that competed at the 2019 Copa America Centenario tournament.
With over 100 appearances for River Plate, Federico Viñas looks set to continue making an impact in Argentina's top division for many years to come Viñas is a 24-year old central defender who has been with America since their inaugural season in 2018.
Viñas started his career at Uruguayan side Juventud before moving to America on loan in 2019.
On América's debut season, Viñas played 40 matches and scored eight goals across all competitions - including one goal in the Copa Libertadores final defeat against River Plate.
In 2020, he made 83 appearances for the club and helped them reach the playoffs but they were ultimately eliminated by Santos Laguna on penalties following a goalless draw in the decisive leg of their semifinal series.
6. Jorge Sánchez
Defender
Career
- 2012–2016: Santos Laguna
- 2016–2018: Santos Laguna
- 2018–2022: América
- 2022–: Ajax
- 2015: Mexico U18
- 2018: Mexico U21
- 2021: Mexico U23
- 2019–: Mexico
Sánchez is a Mexican footballer who currently plays for Ajax. Sánchez made his senior debut with Santos Laguna in 2016, and has since been a regular member of their team.
In 2020, Sánchez will be 25 years old and ready to take on the next stage of his career. Sánchez is known for his attacking play from right-back, which has led him to be successful at both junior and senior levels.
With Ajax likely to compete in Europe again soon, Sánchez could have an opportunity to show what he can do on the big stage sooner rather than later.
Jorge Sánchez is a Mexican professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Santos Laguna and the Mexico national team.
Jorge Sanchez made his debut with Santos Laguna in 2016 and has gone on to make 32 appearances for them in all competitions, scoring one goal. Sanchez has represented Mexico at various youth levels, including at the Olympics where he played for their 2020 Tokyo squad.
He signed for Dutch side Ajax in 2022 but has not featured yet for them due to injury problems.
7. Bruno Valdez
Defender
Career
- 2008–2010: Sol de América
- 2011–2014: Sol de América
- 2014–2016: Cerro Porteño
- 2016–2022: América
- 2015: Paraguay
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 07:23, 20 September 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 19 November 2019 (UTC)
Bruno Valdez is a Paraguayan defender who currently plays for Colombian side Atlético Nacional. Valdez made his senior debut in the 2013 season, playing 27 matches and scoring one goal.
In 2017, he was part of the Paraguay national team that reached the final of the Copa América Centenario, where they lost to Chile 2-1 on penalties after a 1-1 draw in the semi-finals.
In 2018, Valdez signed with Mexican club Tigres UANL from Atlético Nacional for a reported $14 million transfer fee.[2] Bruno began his professional career at Fernando de la Mora before joining Club Libertad as an academy player in 2011.
He then worked his way up through Cerro Porteño's youth system until making his first-team debut aged 19.[4] After winning two league titles and three cups with Libertad (including back to back trebles).
Valdez completed a move to Brazilian giants Flamengo – becoming their most expensive signing ever at €12 million – ahead of 2016 Brasileirão season.
Valdezes' impressive performances saw him called up by new Colombia manager José Pekerman for friendlies against Bolivia and Peru,[6][7] before making his full international debut against Venezuela on 12 November 2017.
He has since earned 10 caps overall including 3 appearances at Copa America tournaments including being named Man of The Match in their quarterfinal victory over Brazil which sent them into the semifinals where they eventually went down 4–0 to Argentina.
Also Played For: paraguay national football team
8. Sebastián Cáceres
Career
- : Liverpool Montevideo
- Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
- 2017–2020: Liverpool Montevideo: 62: (1)
- 2020–: América: 70: (2)
- 2017: Uruguay U18: 8: (0)
- 2018–2019: Uruguay U20: 18: (0)
- 2019: Uruguay U22: 5: (0)
- 2020: Uruguay U23: 4: (0)
- 2022–: Uruguay: 2: (0)
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 23:00, 18 September 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 27 September 2022
Sebastián Cáceres is a defender for América. He has played for the Uruguay under-17 national team and the Uruguay under-20 national team. Sebastián was born in Montevideo, Uruguay on 18 August 1999.
Sebastián started playing football at an early age with local club Nacional de Montevideo before joining River Plate's youth academy in 2016. On 30 July 2018, it was announced that Sebastián had signed a contract with América until 2021 which included a €1 million buyout clause.
In his first season with América, he helped them win their first ever Primera Division title and also made his debut for the Uruguayan national team at the 2019 Copa America Centenario where they reached the semi-finals where they lost to Chile 1–0 after extra time.
At international level, Sebastián has represented Uruguay at various youth levels including U16.
He made his senior international debut against Paraguay on 10 November 2018.
9. Miguel Layún
Defender
Career
- 2003–2006: Querétaro
- Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
- 2006–2009: Veracruz: 58: (1)
- 2009–2010: Atalanta: 2: (0)
- 2010–2014: América: 142: (15)
- 2014–2015: Watford: 20: (1)
- 2015–2018: Porto: 50: (6)
- 2018: → Sevilla (loan): 16: (2)
- 2018–2019: Villarreal: 8: (0)
- 2019–2021: Monterrey: 73: (3)
- 2021–: América: 42: (1)
- 2013–2020: Mexico: 71: (6)
Miguel Layún is a Mexican footballer who plays as a right-back for América. He made his senior debut with Veracruz in 2006 and has since played for them on 58 occasions, scoring one goal.
In 2009 he joined América and has gone on to make over 200 appearances for the club, winning two Liga MX titles (2013–14; 2017–18) and the CONCACAF Champions League in 2018. Layún was part of Mexico's World Cup squad which reached the semi-finals before being beaten by Brazil.
He announced his international retirement from Mexico after their disappointing finish to Euro 2020 qualification.[4] Miguel Layún holds Spanish citizenship through his father.
As of 2019, he is ranked 38th in La Liga history with 176 goals scored,[6] tenth highest among defenders[7], fourth highest among Mexicans behind Pancho Villa (260), Guillermo Elizondo (244) and Javier Aguirre (233).[8][9] Appearances including Copa Libertadores matches.
10. Nicolás Castillo
Forward
Career
- 2005–2011: Universidad Católica
- Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
- 2011–2014: Universidad Católica: 52: (17)
- 2014–2016: Club Brugge: 30: (10)
- 2015: → Mainz 05 (loan): 1: (0)
- 2015: → Frosinone (loan): 6: (0)
- 2016: → Universidad Católica (loan): 23: (24)
- 2017–2018: UNAM: 39: (25)
- 2018–2019: Benfica: 4: (0)
- 2019–2021: América: 24: (9)
- 2021: → Juventude (loan): 2: (0)
- 2022: Necaxa: 2: (0)
- 2013: Chile U20: 11: (9)
- 2013–: Chile: 24: (4)
Nicolás Castillo is a Chilean professional footballer who plays as a striker for Club Brugge in the Belgian First Division A. Castillo made his senior debut with Universidad Católica in 2011 and went on to score 17 goals in 52 appearances for the club before moving to Club Brugge in 2014.
After scoring 10 goals in 30 appearances for Club Brugge, Castillo joined Mainz 05 on loan during the 2015-16 season. He made one appearance for Mainz before returning to Frosinone on loan midway through the campaign.
Nicolás Castillo has represented Chile at under-20 level and was called up by manager Jorge Sampaoli for their Copa America Centenario squad but did not feature any times during the tournament due to injury.
On 3 July 2016, it was announced that Nicolas had signed a new three-year contract with Club Brugge which will keep him at the club until 2020.[1] Nicolás Castillo's younger brother Gonzalo is also a professional footballer who currently plays as an attacking midfielder for Unión Española of Liga MX[4].
11. Andrés Ibargüen
Midfielder
Career
- Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
- 2011–2012: Cortuluá: 19: (0)
- 2013–2014: Bogotá: 53: (7)
- 2014–2015: Deportes Tolima: 63: (11)
- 2016–2017: Atlético Nacional: 47: (12)
- 2017: Racing Club: 11: (3)
- 2018–2021: América: 81: (18)
- 2021: Santos Laguna: 21: (0)
- 2022: Deportes Tolima: :
- 2019–: Colombia: 1: (0)
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 06:02, 8 August 2021 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 15 October 2019 (UTC)
Andrés Ibargüen is a Colombian professional footballer who plays for Deportes Tolima. He has played for various clubs in his country, most notably Atlético Nacional and Independiente Medellín.
In January 2019, he joined Racing Santander on loan until the end of the season. Ibargüen was born on 7 May 1992 in Cali, Colombia.
At international level, he has represented Colombia at under-20 and under-23 levels before making his senior debut in 2016 Andrés Ibargüen is a Colombian professional footballer who plays as a goalkeeper for Atlético Nacional.
He has played professionally in Colombia, Spain and Mexico, winning titles with Atlético Nacional, Racing Club and Santos Laguna respectively.
Ibargüen made his international debut for Colombia in 2019 and has since been selected for the nation's squads at the Copa America Centenario and the World Cup qualifiers.
Known for his reflexes, agility and shot-stopping ability, Ibargüen was labelled one of the best goalkeepers in South American football by ESPN Brasil after helping lead Santos Laguna to their first Liga MX title in over 20 years in 2018.
Ibargan is married to model Paola Pirotta with whom he has two children: Luciana (born 2013) and Santiago (born 2016).
12. Pável Pardo
Career
- 1993–1998: Atlas
- 1998–1999: Tecos
- 1999–2006: América
- 2006–2009: VfB Stuttgart
- 2009–2011: América
- 2011–2012: Chicago Fire
- 1996–2009: Mexico
Pável Pardo is a Mexican professional footballer who plays as a defensive midfielder for América. After playing for Atlas and Tecos in Mexico, he moved to Germany to play for VfB Stuttgart.
He then spent three years with American side América before joining German club Schalke 04 on a free transfer in 2011.
Pardo has represented his country at every level from under-17 onwards, including the 2001 FIFA World Youth Championship and the 2006 World Cup where Mexico reached the quarter-finals.
In 2009, he signed with Bundesliga side Werder Bremen but only made one appearance before returning to America later that year without playing any games for them either.
He rejoined Schalke 04 in February of 2012 after spending two seasons out on loan at Greek giants Olympiakos FC where he helped lead them to their first-ever championship title in their history Currently plays his football mainly for Club Atlas de Guadalajara wearing #10 shirt.
Also Played For: atlas f.c
13. Richard Sánchez
Midfielder
Career
- 2015–2016: River Plate
- 2017–2019: Olimpia
- 2019: América
- 2018: Paraguay
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 07:16, 20 September 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 31 August 2022
Richard Sánchez is a Paraguayan footballer who currently plays for Valencia CF in Spain. He spent the first four years of his career at Club Atlético Cerro Porteño, before being signed by Valencia in 2017.
Sánchez has represented Paraguay at youth level and made his senior debut in 2016. In 2018, he was named La Liga Player of the Month after scoring three goals in two appearances during the month of March.
Richard Sánchez is known for his powerful shot and creative play on the pitch, which has seen him score several goals throughout his career so far Richard Sánchez is a professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for River Plate and Olimpia.
He has made 107 appearances for América since joining the club in 2019, scoring 11 goals. Sánchez has represented Paraguay at international level on one occasion in 2018. Richard Sánchez was born on 7 January 1994 in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
As a youngster, Richard Sánchez played association football for local side Independiente Rivadavia before moving to Europe to join Racing Santander's youth academy in 2010 aged just 15 years old.
After progressing through the ranks at Racing Santander, he signed with English side Chelsea FC in June 2015 but failed to make an appearance for the first team during his time there and left Stamford Bridge after only six months without making a single appearance for their reserve team either.
Richard then moved back to South America where he joined River Plate ahead of the 2016 season after impressing manager Marcelo Bielsa while on trial with the La Liga outfit earlier that year.
14. Christopher Roberto Ortega
Career
- 2007–2008: Socio Águila
- Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
- 2007: América: 1: (0)
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 27 December 2008, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 27 December 2008
Christopher Roberto Ortega is a Mexican professional footballer who currently plays for Club Tijuana in the Liga MX. He has played for Atlante, Puebla, Cruz Azul and Toluca during his career.
Christopher Roberto Ortega made his international debut with Mexico in February 2010 and has since featured at various levels of the national team. In May 2017 he signed with Club Tijuana from Toluca on a three-year deal Christopher Roberto Ortega is a midfielder who currently plays for Club América.
He started his career with Socio Águila, before moving to America in 2007. Christopher Roberto Ortega has made over 100 appearances for Club América, and has also scored 8 goals.
Christopher Roberto Ortega was part of the Mexican National Team at various age groups, and played in several World Cups and Copa Americas between 2006 and 2008.
Christopher Roberto Ortega is an important player for Club América, and will continue to play a key role for them into the future.
15. Nicolás Benedetti
Midfielder
Career
- Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
- 2015–2019: Deportivo Cali: 119: (17)
- 2019–2022: América: 40: (3)
- 2022: → Mazatlán (loan): 32: (5)
- 2023–: Mazatlán: 0: (0)
- 2020: Colombia U23: 7: (1)
- 2018–: Colombia: 1: (0)
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 09:20, 19 September 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 29 January 2019 (UTC)
Nicolás Benedetti is a Colombian midfielder who currently plays for Mazatlán. Benedetti made his professional debut with Deportivo Cali in 2017 and has since established himself as one of the club's most important players.
His performances have seen him attract interest from Europe, but he has so far remained loyal to Mazatlán. Benedetti is known for his powerful shooting ability and solid defensive work off the ball, making him an ideal midfield player for any team.
He is still young and has plenty of potential to develop; if he continues to play at this level, he could soon become a household name across Latin America Nicolás Benedetti is a Colombian professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Deportivo Cali and the Colombia national team.
Benedetti started his career with hometown club Deportivo Cali, before joining América in 2019. He has made 40 appearances for the club so far. In 2020, he was part of the Colombia U23 squad that won the South American Youth Championship.
With Colombia, Benedetti has competed at two Copa America tournaments – including their victorious campaign in 2018 – and at two World Cups qualifying matches.
Nicolás is known for his accurate passing and strong shot from range, which have seen him score seven goals in all competitions for Colombia U23s alone.
16. Alejandro Zendejas
Career
- 2012–2014: FC Dallas
- 2015–2016: FC Dallas
- 2016–2020: Guadalajara
- 2017–2018: Zacatepec (loan)
- 2020–2021: Necaxa
- 2022: América
- 2013: United States U15
- 2013–2015: United States U17
- 2017: Mexico U21
- 2021: Mexico U23
- 2021: Mexico
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 7 January 2023, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 27 April 2022
Alejandro Zendejas is a 24-year old Mexican midfielder who currently plays for America in the Liga MX. Alejandro started his career with FC Dallas, before joining América ahead of the 2017 Clausura season.
He has played at youth level for Mexico and was part of their Under-20 squad that competed in the 2016 Toulon Tournament. Alejandro is known as an intelligent and hard working player who can also create chances from midfield with his passing ability and dribbling skills.
His contract runs until 2020 and he is expected to feature heavily for America this season after impressing during pre-season matches so far.
Alejandro loves playing football but also enjoys running, cycling, swimming and tennis when he has time off from training or games Alejandro Zendejas is a Mexican professional footballer who plays as a left back for American club América.
Alejandro started his career with hometown side Guadalajara before moving to Dallas in 2015. He made his international debut for Mexico in 2017 and has since gone on to make 38 appearances, scoring 12 goals.
In 2020, Alejandro joined Necaxa where he helped the team win promotion to Liga MX after finishing as runner-up in their first season in the second tier of Mexican football.
After two years at Necaxa, Alejandro signed with América ahead of the 2021 season and has continued to be an important part of their squad ever since then, helping them reach both domestic and international success including winning the CONCACAF Champions League twice (in 2018 and 2019).
Also Played For: concacaf
17. Álvaro Fidalgo
Midfielder
Career
- 2003–2005: Condal
- 2005–2010: Oviedo
- 2010–2012: Sporting Gijón
- 2012–2016: Real Madrid
- Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
- 2016–2020: Real Madrid B: 89: (15)
- 2016–2017: → Rayo Majadahonda (loan): 31: (0)
- 2018: Real Madrid: 0: (0)
- 2020–2021: Castellón: 22: (0)
- 2021: → América (loan): 12: (0)
- 2021–: América: 61: (9)
- 2013: Spain U16: 2: (0)
- 2013: Spain U17: 1: (0)
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 05:01, 8 August 2022 (UTC)
Fidalgo was born on 9 April 1997 in Siero, Spain. He played for Condal from 2003-2005 before joining América in 2018. América so far this season. Racing Santander de Santander.
Fidalgo was born on 7 July 1992 in Oviedo, Asturias. He joined Sporting Gijón’s academy at the age of six and progressed through their youth ranks before making his first-team debut in 2010.
After a successful two seasons with Sporting, Álvaro moved to Real Madrid where he made over 100 appearances for the club between 2012 and 2016. In January 2017, Álvaro signed for Rayo Majadahonda on loan until the end of the season.
In May 2018, it was announced that he had rejoined Real Madrid after agreeing to a four-year deal with them from 2020 onwards; this move also included him joining up with Spain’s national team squad.
Internationally, Álvaro has represented Spain at U16 level and U17 level before making his full international debut in November 2013 against Liechtenstein.
Having appeared 61 times for América since signing for them in February 2021, including 12 caps as captain,[3][4] Álvario is currently considered one of La Liga’s most highly rated midfielders.
18. Néstor Araujo
Career
- 2007–2013: Cruz Azul
- 2010–2014: Cruz Azul
- 2013–2014: Santos Laguna (loan)
- 2014–2018: Santos Laguna
- 2018–2022: Celta
- 2022: América
- 2011: Mexico U20
- 2011–2012: Mexico U23
- 2011: Mexico
Araujo started his career at Cruz Azul, where he played 49 games in total. He joined Santos Laguna on loan for the 2014 season and made 106 appearances for them before moving to Celta.
Araujo has represented Mexico at U20 level and was part of their team that won the 2011 CONCACAF Under-20 Championship.
In 2018, he helped Celta win La Liga, Copa del Rey and Europa League trophies as they finished as Champions of Europe for the first time in their history.
Néstor Araujo is a centre-back who can also play at right back or defensive midfield if needed and is known for his accurate cross balls from the backline Néstor Araujo is a Mexican footballer who currently plays for America in the Liga MX. He has also played for Mexico U20 and Mexico U23 teams.
Néstor was born on July 10, 1992 in Ciudad Juárez, Chihuahua, Mexico. In 2011 Néstor made his debut with the Mexico national team and went on to play 64 games between then and now including three.
Copa América appearances and two Olympic Games tournaments in 2012 London and Rio de Janeiro respectively.
His most recent international goal came against El Salvador during qualifying for the 2019 CONCACAF Gold Cup which they eventually won.
Also Played For: santos laguna
19. Pedro Aquino Sánchez
Midfielder
Career
- 2002–2013: Sporting Cristal
- 2013–2017: Sporting Cristal
- 2017–2018: Monterrey
- 2017–2018: Lobos BUAP (loan)
- 2018–2020: León
- 2020: América
- 2011: Peru U17
- 2011: Peru U18
- 2014–2015: Peru U20
- 2015: Peru U22
- 2016: Peru
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 04:31, 13 October 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 18
Pedro Aquino is a Peru international and currently plays for América. He started his career with Sporting Cristal, before moving to Europe to play for Eintracht Frankfurt and Valencia CF.
In 2018, he played in the World Cup where Peru reached the quarter-finals. Pedro Aquino has been described as a defensive midfielder who can also contribute offensively; he is known for his accurate passing and tackling skills.
After retiring from football in 2019, Pedro Aquino will focus on pursuing a career in coaching or management Pedro Aquino Sánchez is a Chilean footballer who plays for Mexican club Lobos BUAP on loan from León.
Pedro has experience playing at both senior and international levels, having represented his country in multiple tournaments.
Having started his career with Sporting Cristal, he joined Monterrey in 2017 before moving to Lobos BUAP on loan earlier this year.
The midfielder is known for his hardworking style of play and often sets up goals for teammates using precise passing movements. Pedro is expected to return to León once the season finishes later this month.
Also Played For: peru national football team
20. Emanuel Aguilera
Defender
Career
- 2007–2010: Deportivo Guaymallén
- 2010–2014: Godoy Cruz
- 2012–2014: → Defensa y Justicia (loan)
- 2014–2016: Independiente
- 2016–2017: Tijuana
- 2018–2021: América
- 2022: Atlas
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 08:55, 28 July 2022 (UTC)
Emanuel Aguilera is a professional football player who plays as a centre-back for Argentine side Racing Club de Avellaneda. Aguilera started his career with local side Independiente Mendoza before joining River Plate in 2007.
He spent three seasons at the club, making over 100 appearances and scoring six goals. In 2011, Aguilera moved to Spanish outfit Real Madrid Castilla where he played 43 matches over two seasons.
Helping the team win promotion to La Liga in his first season and reach the Copa del Rey Final in his second campaign.
After leaving Real Madrid Castilla, Aguilera joined Italian side SSC Napoli where he made 38 appearances and scored one goal over two years before moving back to Argentina again to join Racing Club de Avellaneda ahead of the 2017–18 season.
Emanuel Aguilera has also represented Argentina at the international level playing 58 times between 2009 and 2018 including 33 caps whilst representing his country at various tournaments such as World Cup 2010 (where they were knocked out by Spain).
Copa America Centenario 2016 (where they reached the semi-finals) and Confederations Cup 2017 (where they lost 2–1 against Portugal).
Víctor Emanuel Aguilera was born on 11 June 1989 in Mendoza, Argentina.[1] He began playing football with local side Independiente Mendoza before transferring to River Plate in 2007[2].
The following year he signed for Spanish outfit Real Madrid Castilla but left after just two seasons due to injury[3].
After returning home, Emanuel joined Italian side SSC Napoli,[4] spending two years there until rejoining Racing Club de Avellaneda prior their inaugural season in Primera Division.
21. Brian Rodríguez
Career
- : Peñarol
- Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
- 2018–2019: Peñarol: 18: (3)
- 2019–2022: Los Angeles FC: 55: (8)
- 2021: → Almería (loan): 16: (0)
- 2022–: América: 7: (2)
- 2016–2017: Uruguay U17: 2: (0)
- 2018–2019: Uruguay U20: 19: (6)
- 2019–: Uruguay: 17: (3)
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 08:41, 20 September 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 16 November 2021
Brian Rodríguez is a Uruguayan footballer who currently plays for América. He started his career with Peñarol, and has since played for Atlético Madrid, Valencia CF, Levante UD and Granada CF in Spain's La Liga.
In 2017, he joined América on loan from Valencia CF. Brian Rodríguez has represented Uruguay at youth level, including appearances at the U-20 World Cup and the 2016 Olympic Games.
After impressing during his time with América on loan from ValenciaCF,[3] he signed permanently for the club in January 2018.[4] He made his debut for Uruguay in November 2018 against Panama.
On 2 December 2018, Brian Rodríguez scored his first goal for Uruguay in a 4–1 win over Guyana.[6] Brian Rodríguez is a talented and experienced midfielder who has played for some of the biggest clubs in world football.
He started his career with Peñarol, before moving to Los Angeles FC in 2019. With Uruguay, he has won several international titles including the Copa América in 2016 and 2017.
He is known for his passing ability and strong defensive qualities, which have seen him play at both club and international level for many years now.
Brian Rodríguez is an excellent addition to any team, whether they are playing in the Liga or Champions League - he will be a key player for whoever he joins next.
22. Jonathan dos Santos
Career
- 2002–2009: Barcelona
- Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
- 2009–2012: Barcelona B: 81: (6)
- 2009–2014: Barcelona: 14: (0)
- 2014–2017: Villarreal: 88: (4)
- 2017–2021: LA Galaxy: 103: (6)
- 2022–: América: 25: (1)
- 2009–2021: Mexico: 57: (5)
Jonathan dos Santos is a Mexican footballer who currently plays for América. Dos Santos started his career at Barcelona, before moving to America in 2009.
He has played 81 times for the club and scored six goals. Dos Santos was part of Mexico's World Cup squad this year, where they reached the quarter-finals with a 4–1 victory over Brazil in their first game.
Dos Santos is known as an excellent defensive midfielder and has been compared to former Barcelona player Xavi Hernández by many observers.[3] Jonathan dos Santos Ramirez Dos Santos was born in Mexico to Dos Santos family and moved to Spain when he was 7 years old.
He started his career at Barcelona, where he made over 150 appearances and won two La Liga titles. He then signed for Villarreal and helped them reach the Europa League final in 2017 before moving to LA Galaxy in America later that year.
In 2018, dos Santos played a big role as Mexico became world champions by beating Sweden 2-1 in the World Cup Final.
At international level, Jonathan dos Santos has represented Mexico 57 times since making his debut in 2009 and has scored five goals including twice during the CONCACAF Gold Cup tournament which Mexico have won on both occasions he has featured (2015 & 2019).
23. Emilio Lara
Defender
Career
- 2017–: América
- Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
- 2021–: América: 20: (2)
- 2019: Mexico U17: 7: (0)
- 2021: Mexico U21: 2: (0)
- 2022–: Mexico: 1: (0)
Emilio Lara is a Mexican defender who currently plays for America. Emilio Lara made his senior debut in 2017 and has since played 12 apps for América. Emilio Lara is 1.87 metres tall and played as a centre-back until he was converted to full-back by manager Juan Carlos Osorio during the 2019 Clausura season.
In 2018, Emilio Lara helped Mexico win the U17 World Cup and was also named in their squad for the U20 World Cup that same year where they reached the semi finals but lost to France on penalties after a goalless draw following extra time.
Emilio Lara is contracted with América until 2021[4]. Emilio Lara is a Mexican footballer who currently plays for Club America.
Emilio Lara has represented Mexico at various youth levels and made his senior debut in 2019. Emilio Lara has enjoyed some success with Club America, winning the Liga MX Clausura title in 2018 and finishing as runner-up in the Copa MX last season.
Emilio Lara will hope to continue this form when he joins up with Mexico's U21 side for World Cup qualification next year.
Emilio Lara is an attacking midfielder who can play on either flank or behind the striker, making him a versatile option for any team looking to attack down their opponents' goal line.
24. Jürgen Damm
Midfielder
Career
- 2011–2012: Tecos
- 2012–2013: Tecos
- 2013–2015: Pachuca
- 2015–2020: Tigres UANL
- 2020–2021: Atlanta United
- 2022: América
- 2015–2018: Mexico
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 15 October 2022, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 17 October 2018
Jürgen Damm is a Mexican-born winger who currently plays for América. He has played for Tigres UANL, Pachuca and Club Tijuana in his career so far. Jürgen Damm represented Mexico at youth level before making his senior debut with Tigres in 2012.
In 2015, he joined Pachuca on loan and helped them win the Liga MX title that year. Jürgen Damm was part of the Mexico squad which won the 2017 CONCACAF Gold Cup tournament. Damm started his career with Tecos in 2011 before moving to Pachuca the following year.
He made 137 appearances for Tigres UANL during his time there and also played for Mexico’s national team on 12 occasions. Damm is a hard-working midfielder who can play in either central or defensive positions, making him an ideal choice for any coach.
Damm is likely to leave Tigres at the end of the 2020 season as he has agreed terms with Atlanta United – another club in America’s top flight – and looks set to continue playing at a high level.
Also Played For: tigres uanl
25. Óscar Francisco Jiménez
Goalkeeper
Career
- Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
- 2008–2010: Indios: 22: (0)
- 2010–2013: Lobos BUAP: 45: (0)
- 2013–2016: Chiapas: 69: (0)
- 2017–: América: 14: (0)
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 7 January 2023
Jiménez is a Mexican professional footballer who plays for English club Wolverhampton Wanderers. He started his career with Guadalajara before joining Atlético Madrid in 2010.
Jiménez won the Copa America with Mexico in 2015 and has also represented his country at two World Cups (2006 and 2014). On 10 January 2017, he signed for Wolves on a three-and-a-half year contract, becoming the first Mexican player to play in the Premier League.
In total, Jiménez has made over 300 appearances throughout his career, scoring 34 goals. Francisco Jiménez is a Mexican goalkeeper who currently plays for América.
Indios in 2008, before moving to Lobos BUAP in 2010. He made 69 appearances for Chiapas between 2013 and 2016, before joining América in 2017.
Mexico at U-20 level, as well as the senior team on several occasions, including at the 2018 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. His main strength lies in his composure under pressure; he's never let anyone down when it matters most and is one of the best goalkeepers in Mexico overall.
26. Sebastián Córdova
Midfielder
Career
- 2012–2016: América
- 2016–2021: América
- 2016: Oaxaca (loan)
- 2018: Necaxa (loan)
- 2022: Tigres UANL
- 2017: Mexico U20
- 2018: Mexico U21
- 2020–2021: Mexico U23
- 2019–: Mexico
Sebastián Córdova was born on 12 June 1997 in Aguascalientes, Mexico. He began his career with América before joining Tigres UANL in 2017. Sebastián is a versatile midfielder who can play as a winger or attacking midfielder.
He has made 21 appearances for Tigres so far this season and is looking to help the club qualify for the Playoffs.
Francisco Sebastián Córdova Reyes is one of Mexico's most promising young footballers and looks set to continue playing at a high level for many years to come Sebastián Córdova is a talented young playmaker who has been impressing in Mexico's top flight for Tigres UANL.
He made his professional debut with Tigres UANL in 2017 and has since played for Mexico at all levels up to the under-23s. In 2018, he joined Necaxa on loan where he helped them reach the playoffs.
Córdova was part of the Mexican Olympic team that reached the quarterfinals in Tokyo last year, including scoring one goal in their 3-1 victory over Senegal.
He is currently contracted to Tigres until 2021 but there are reports linking him with a move abroad soon after this season - watch out Europe.
With such an impressive international record, it will be interesting to see how far Sebastián Córdova can take his career when he returns home next year - we can't wait.
27. Santiago Cáseres
Career
- 2005–2016: Vélez Sarsfield
- Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
- 2017–2018: Vélez Sarsfield: 34: (0)
- 2018–2022: Villarreal: 23: (0)
- 2020: → América (loan): 21: (0)
- 2021–2022: → Vélez Sarsfield (loan): 16: (1)
- 2022–: Vélez Sarsfield: 8: (0)
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 18:32, 17 May 2022 (UTC)
Santiago Cáseres is a midfielder for Vélez Sarsfield. Cáseres made his senior debut in 2016 and has since become an important part of the team. He has represented Argentina at various levels, including U17s, U20s and the senior side.
Cáseres was born in Buenos Aires but moved to Parque Leloir as a child, which may explain his love for the club. In addition to playing football, Santiago also likes cycling and track running Santiago Cáseres is a talented Argentine footballer who currently plays for Spanish club Vélez Sarsfield.
Santiago started his career at Argentinian side Vélez Sarsfield before joining Villarreal in 2017. He made 23 appearances for Villarreal during the 2018-19 season, but was loaned out to América shortly after.
In 2019, he rejoined Vélez Sarsfield and has since played 8 matches for them in all competitions so far this season.
Santiago is an attacking midfielder with great ball control and passing ability; he's also known as a hard worker on the pitch.
His goalscoring record shows that he can be very dangerous when given space to shoot from long range or create chances himself dribbling past defenders down the middle of the field. He could have a bright future ahead of him if he continues to develop at such a high level – watch out world footballers.
28. Luis Fuentes
Career
- 2007: Pumas Morelos
- 2007–2018: UNAM
- 2017: → Monterrey (loan)
- 2018–2020: Tijuana
- 2020: → América
- 2020–: América
- 2015: Mexico
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 7 January 2023
Luis Fuentes is a Mexican left-back who currently plays for América. He has played for several clubs throughout his career, including Pachuca, Atlante and UNAM.
In 2016 he won the CONCACAF Champions League with UNAM. Fuentes was born in Chetumal, Quintana Roo and represented Mexico at youth level before making his senior international debut in 2009.
Luis Fuentes is a Mexican footballer who plays as a midfielder for Liga MX club Monterrey. He has played for UNAM since 2007 and made 257 appearances, scoring six goals over the course of his career.
In 2017, he joined Monterrey on loan from UNAM and made 25 appearances before returning to his parent club in 2018.
He signed with Tijuana for the 2020 season but was unable to make an appearance for them due to injury and subsequently moved back to América ahead of their inaugural campaign in that league.
Luis Fuentes earned one international cap for Mexico in 2015 against Ecuador and provided an assist during the match which ended 1-0 in favour of Los Merengues.
Also Played For: club universidad nacional
29. Diego Valdés Contreras
Career
- 2004–2014: Audax Italiano
- 2014–2016: Audax Italiano
- 2016–2018: Morelia
- 2019–2021: Santos Laguna
- 2022–: América
- 2015–: Chile
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 16:01, 24 July 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 27 September 2022
Diego Valdés Contreras is an attacking midfielder who currently plays for América. He was born in Chile, and started his career with local club Puente Alto before moving to Europe to sign for Udinese in 2013.
He spent two seasons at the Serie A club, scoring six goals in 41 appearances before joining Atlético Madrid in 2015.
Valdés made 36 appearances for Atlético Madrid, scoring four goals as they won La Liga title and reached the Champions League final against Barcelona; he also played a key role in their Copa del Rey win that season.
In 2017, Valdés joined MLS side Atlanta United FC on a three-year deal; he helped them reach the playoffs each of his first two seasons there but fell out of favour this season and has been released by the team pending a transfer away from MLS or another club signing him during 2019 winter transfer window.
Diego Valdés Contreras represented Chile at under-20 level (2011–12) and under-23 level (2013), playing 11 matches between both levels without scoring any goals.
Also Played For: chile national football team
30. Jonathan Rodríguez
Career
- : Atlético Florida
- : Peñarol
- Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
- 2013–2015: Peñarol: 38: (16)
- 2015: → Benfica (loan): 1: (0)
- 2015: → Benfica B (loan): 6: (7)
- 2015–2016: Benfica: 0: (0)
- 2015–2016: → Deportivo La Coruña (loan): 13: (0)
- 2016–2018: Santos Laguna: 87: (29)
- 2019–2021: Cruz Azul: 95: (44)
- 2022: Al-Nassr: 8: (1)
- 2022–: América: 17: (6)
- 2014–: Uruguay: 29: (3)
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 04:31, 13 October 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 16 November 2021
Jonathan Rodríguez is a forward for América who was born in Uruguay. He started his career at Atlético Florida and played for Peñarol before joining América in 2016.
Jonathan has represented Uruguay at youth levels, including the U-20 team that won the World Cup in 2015. His goalscoring exploits have seen him score 13 times in 46 appearances for América so far this season.
Jonathan is known as a hard worker on and off the pitch and is always looking to improve his game further Jonathan Rodríguez is a talented footballer who has spent his entire senior career with Peñarol. He has made over 38 appearances for the club, scoring 16 goals.
In 2015, he joined Portuguese side Benfica on loan and went on to make six more appearances for the team before returning to Peñarol in 2016. Jonathan then moved to Mexican side Santos Laguna in 2017 where he enjoyed significant success, helping them win87 matches in total (29 of which were league games).
In 2019, Jonathan rejoined Cruz Azul after spending one season at Deportivo La Coruña – making 95 appearances and scoring 44 goals during that time period.
Jonathan also represented Uruguay at international level between 2014 and 2021, playing 29 times and netting three goals during that time frame.
31. Enrique Borja
Career
- 1964–1969: UNAM
- 1969–1977: América
- 1966–1975: Mexico
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals
Enrique Borja is a Mexican football forward who played for clubs in Mexico and Spain. He made his professional debut with Atlético Toluca in 1966, before moving to La Liga side Valencia the following year.
In 1974, he joined Spanish giants Real Madrid where he spent six seasons, making over 100 appearances and winning two La Liga titles and the Copa del Rey.
After leaving Madrid, Borja returned to Mexico to play for Cruz Azul before retiring from playing at the age of 41 after failing to win another title with them.
Enrique Borja was also a regular member of the Mexican national team between 1967 and 1982, helping them qualify for three successive World Cups (1970-1974).
In October 2009, aged 68 years old, Enrique Borja announced his retirement from active football due to injury problems sustained during a match against Necaxa in December 2008.
US dollars ere paid by Sevilla FC on 29 March 2010 as part of an agreement which saw him join their coaching staff until the end of season.
32. Fernando Rubén González Pineda
Career
- 2013–2016: Guadalajara
- 2015: Coras (loan)
- 2016–2017: Coras (loan)
- 2017: Zacatepec (loan)
- 2018: Necaxa (loan)
- 2019: Necaxa
- 2019–2020: América
- 2021: León
- 2021–2022: Necaxa
- 2022: Guadalajara
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 7 January 2023
Fernando González was born in Mexico City on January 27th, 1994. He is a defensive midfielder and has played for Guadalajara since 2017. In his youth career he played for Guadalajara, becoming one of their most famous players.
Fernando is often compared to former Manchester United player Paul Scholes due to his composure on the pitch and skillful playmaking abilities. Fernando Rubén González Pineda is a Mexican midfielder who currently plays for Necaxa.
Fernando Rubén González Pineda made his professional debut with Guadalajara in 2013 and has since played for Zacatepec, Coras, América and León on loan. Fernando Rubén González Pineda is known for his tackling ability and Distribution from the midfield position.
Fernando Rubén González Pineda was born on 21st of December 1992 in Jalisco, Mexico. At the age of 23 years old, Fernando Ruben Gonzalez Perez will be looking to help Necaxa achieve promotion back to Liga MX this season.
Also Played For: c.d. guadalajara
33. Salvador Reyes Chávez
Midfielder
Career
- 2012–2016: Morelia
- 2017–2020: Morelia
- 2019: → Sonora (loan)
- 2020–2021: → Puebla (loan)
- 2021–: América
- 2018: Mexico U21
- 2021–: Mexico
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 7 January 2023, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 8 December 2021
Salvador Reyes Chávez was born on 4 May 1998 in Taxco, Guerrero, Mexico. He is a left-back and winger for América. Salvador Reyes has made 26 appearances for the club so far, scoring one goal.
Salvador Reyes started his youth career with Monterrey before moving to América in 2016 where he has made considerable progress since joining up with the first team squad. Salvador Reyes Chávez is a talented midfielder who has been playing for the Morelia senior team since 2012.
In 2017, Salvador Reyes Chávez was loaned to Sonora and he played 15 games there during that year. He then rejoined Morelia in 2019 and has since made 49 appearances for them, scoring six goals along the way.
Salvador Reyes Chávez also featured for Mexico U21s in 2018 and scored three times while representing his country at international level.
The 22-year-old is currently contracted to América until 2020, after which he may explore other opportunities abroad or continue playing with Morelia elsewhere in Liga MX competition.
34. Fernando Ortiz
Career
- : Sportivo Corral de Bustos
- Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
- 1998–2001: Boca Juniors: 3: (2)
- 1999: → Mallorca B (loan): 13: (0)
- 1999–2000: → San Lorenzo (loan): 22: (0)
- 2000–2001: → Unión (loan): 30: (1)
- 2001–2004: Unión: 57: (1)
- 2003–2004: → Banfield (loan): 38: (4)
- 2004–2006: Estudiantes LP: 79: (5)
- 2007–2008: Santos Laguna: 80: (6)
- 2009–2010: América: 15: (1)
- 2009–2010: → Tigres UANL (loan): 21: (0)
- 2010–2012: Vélez Sársfield: 59: (2)
- 2012–2014: Racing: 45: (2)
- Total: : 462: (24)
- 2016: Estudiantes (B-team)
- 2017: Sol de América
- 2018: Sportivo Luqueño
- 2018: Sol de América
- 2022: América (under-20)
- 2022: América (Interim)
- 2022–: América
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals
Fernando Ortiz began his career with Boca Juniors in 1998. He played for Mallorca B on loan in 1999 and 2000 before joining San Lorenzo permanently the following year.
In 2001, he joined Unión where he stayed for seven years until 2004 when he retired at the age of 34 due to injury. After retirement, Fernando Ortiz became a manager with América and led them to success domestically as well as in international competitions such as Copa Libertadores and Recopa Sudamericana.
On January 3rd 2018, Fernando Ortiz was appointed manager of newly-promoted Argentinian side Club Atlético River Plate pending their promotion playoff campaign against Racing Club de Avellaneda which they won 1–0 after extra time thus keeping him at the club through their first ever season back in top flight Argentine football league system.
35. Carlos Reinoso
Career
- Audax Italiano
- 1962–1969: Audax Italiano
- 1970–1979: América
- 1979–1981: Deportivo Neza
- 1966–1977: Chile
- 1981–1984: América
- 1985–1987: Tampico
- 1987–1988: Atlas
- 1988–1989: Tampico Madero
- 1989–1992: Tigres UANL
- 1992–1994: Veracruz
- 1994–1996: Toros Neza
- 1997: León
- 1998: América
- 1999: Tecos
- 1999–2000: León
- 2001–2002: Atlante
- 2003: León
- 2004: San Luis
- 2005–2006: Tecos
- 2009–2010: Querétaro
- 2011: América
- 2015–2016: Veracruz
- 2016–2017: Veracruz
- 2019: Correcaminos UAT
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals
Carlos Reinoso is a retired Chilean footballer who played as an midfielder. He starred for Audax Italiano during his youth career and went on to play for América in the 1970s before joining Deportivo Neza later on.
He made 34 appearances for Chile between 1966-1977 and was also part of the team that finished third at the Copa America in 1976. After retiring from football, he took up management positions with several clubs including Palestino and Santiago Wanderers among others.
Reinoso was honoured with a life membership by both Audax Italiano and América after announcing his retirement from professional football in 2014 aged 77 years old Carlos Reinoso is a Mexican football player who has played for several clubs throughout his career, most notably Atlas and Tigres UANL.
Carlos Reinoso began his professional career with América in 1981 before moving onto Tampico the following year. He had a successful spell at Atlante between 1999 and 2000, helping them to promotion to La Liga during that time.
After spending two seasons with León, he signed for Veracruz in 2004 where he spent six years before joining San Luis in 2011.
He rejoined Tigres UANL in 2016 after leaving Veracruz once again and has since made over 100 appearances for the club across all competitions including the Copa MX and Apertura championships this season; providing vital goals along the way as they compete domestically and internationally.
Carlos Reinoso will be 38 years old at the end of next season which means it's likely he'll call time on his playing days soon afterwards - but we're sure there are many more great things still ahead for him.
36. Alfredo Tena
Career
- Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
- 1974–1991: América: 603: (34)
- 1991–1992: Tecos UAG: 2: (0)
- Total: : 605: (34)
- 1976–1991: Mexico: 107: (12)
- 1993–1995: Puebla
- 1995–1998: Santos Laguna
- 1998–1999: Puebla
- 1999–2000: América
- 2001–2003: Pachuca
- 2003–2004: Querétaro
- 2005: Pachuca
- 2006: Veracruz
- 2006–2007: América (Assistant)
- 2011: América (Interim)
- 2012–2014: Espanyol (Assistant)
- 2014–2015: Morelia
- 2016: León (Assistant)
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals
Alfredo Tena is a former Mexican professional footballer who played as a defender. Tena spent most of his career with América, making 605 appearances for the club over 34 years.
He also represented Tecos UAG and Mexico in international competition. After retiring from playing, Tena became an assistant coach at América before joining Pumas UNAM in 2016.
Alfredo Tena was born on 21 November 1956 in Mexico City and died on 8 December 2018 aged 66 after a long battle with cancer Alfredo Tena is a Mexican football manager who has had a long managerial career in the country.
He first managed Santos Laguna from 1993 to 1995, before moving on to Puebla for two years. In 1998 he joined América where he stayed for four years before going back to Pachuca for another two-year stint.
He then moved onto Querétaro where he spent three years until 2005 when he was appointed assistant manager at Pachuca again, this time under Antonio Mohamedí López.
After three seasons with Pachuca, Tena left Mexico and took up an interim role with Espanyol in Spain, remaining there until 2014 when he returned to his homeland and took over as assistant manager at Morelia after being fired by Monterrey coach.
Miguel Herrera due to poor results in the Apertura season of Liga MX; however, only five months into his tenure with Morelia was sacked following allegations of mistreatment of players by club president Jorge Vergara stemming from unpaid wages owed during his previous spell with América (Tena denies any wrongdoing).
On 15 July 2016 it was announced that León Sánchez Hernández had named him as the new head coach of their team pending the resolution of Alfredo's contract situation at Morelia which would have expired on 2 August.
Alfredo signed a one-year deal with León ahead of returning home once more full-time managing Atlas next year should they be promoted from Liga MX Ascenso 2017.
But decided against it and resigned effective immediately instead opting not renewing his contract leaving Atlas without their most successful ever head coach.
37. Héctor Zelada
Career
- Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
- 1976–1978: Rosario Central: 92: (0)
- 1978–1987: América: 294: (0)
- 1988–1990: Atlante: 58: (0)
- Total: : 432: (0)
- 1986: Argentina: :
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals
Zelada is a former Argentine goalkeeper who played for clubs such as River Plate, Boca Juniors and Racing Club. He made his international debut in 1978 and represented his country at the World Cup finals in 1982 and 1986.
Zelada retired from playing football in 1995 after stints with Alcoyano, Quilmes and San Lorenzo de Almagro. Since then he has worked as a goalkeeping coach with several teams in Argentina and Chile, most notably Independiente of Argentina (2003-2005) and Universidad Católica of Chile (2006-2012).
In 2013 he was appointed manager of Deportivo Cali of Colombia but resigned after eight months due to personal reasons.
Zelada played for Rosario Central and America in Argentina before moving to Europe. Zelada was a high-scoring striker during his career, but he is most well-known for his time at Atlante in Mexico.
Zelada retired from playing professional football in 1990, after scoring 58 goals over the course of three seasons with Atlante.
After retiring from football, Zelada went on to work as a coach at various clubs around Latin America, including Cruz Azul and Pumas UNAM. Héctor Zelada passed away aged 70 on December 5th 2017 after a long battle with cancer.
38. Antônio Carlos Santos
Career
- Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
- 1980–1985: Fluminense: ?: (?)
- 1985–1987: Botafogo: ?: (?)
- 1987–1992: América: 154: (37)
- 1992–1993: Porto: 10: (2)
- 1993–1994: América: 33: (10)
- 1994–1995: UANL: 25: (3)
- 1995–1996: Veracruz: 33: (15)
- 1996–1997[1]: Sanfrecce Hiroshima: 10: (3)
- 1998: Santos Laguna: 32: (10)
- 1999: Atlético Morelia: 8: (1)
- 1999: Atlante: 9: (3)
- Total: : 314: (84)
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals
Antonio Carlos Santos was born in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil on 8 June 1964. He started his football career with Fluminense before moving to Spain and playing for Valencia CF and Atlético Madrid respectively.
After a season back in Brazil with Botafogo, Santos rejoined Spanish side Atlético Madrid where he spent the next six years of his illustrious career. In 1997, Santos moved to Italy to play for Juventus FC but only stayed there for one season before returning home to play for Flamengo once again.
Antonio Carlos Santos retired from professional football at the end of the 2003/2004 season after spending his final year with Goiás Esporte Clube in Brazil's top division league Série A.
Nowadays, Antonio Carlos Santos is a director at Brazilian club Vasco da Gama and also has an ownership stake in Greek outfit Panionios Futsal Club .
Antônio Carlos Santos has won numerous accolades during his lengthy career including being named FIFA World Player of The Year twice (in 1989 and 1990), La Liga Best Midfielder three times (1989–1991 inclusive) as well as UEFA Champions League MVP twice (1990–91).
Despite hanging up his boots many years ago, Antonio Carlos Santos remains highly regarded both domestically and internationally by fellow professionals across all leagues around the world due to his technically gifted midfield style combined with unwavering consistency over an extended period of time.
39. Oribe Peralta
Forward
Career
- 2003: Morelia
- 2003–2004: León
- 2004–2006: Monterrey
- 2005: Guadalajara (loan)
- 2006–2014: Santos Laguna
- 2008–2009: Chiapas (loan)
- 2014–2019: América
- 2019–2021: Guadalajara
- 2011–2012: Mexico Olympic (O.P.)
- 2016: Mexico Olympic (O.P.)
- 2005–2018: Mexico
Oribe Peralta is a Mexican footballer who has played for Santos Laguna, Monterrey and América. He scored 82 goals in 182 appearances for América since 2014.
Oribe Peralta made his international debut for Mexico in 2003 and has gone on to win 57 caps, scoring six goals. In 2008, he joined Chiapas on loan and helped them reach the 2009 CONCACAF Champions League Final where they were defeated by Chelsea 2–1 after extra time.
Oribe was part of the Santos Laguna team that won the Apertura title in 2013 before signing with América ahead of the Clausura tournament; however, he failed to score during his first season with Los Azulcremas.
He was named Liga MX Forward of The Year in 2018 after leading all scorers in La Liga with 17 league goals.
On 3 October 2018, it was announced that Oribe had signed a new three-year contract extension with America until 2023.
He also represented Mexico at two consecutive Copa Americas (in 2015 and 2017), as well as at both World Cups (2010 and 2014).
40. Raúl Jiménez
Forward
Career
- 2008–2011: América
- 2011–2014: América
- 2014–2015: Atlético Madrid
- 2015–2019: Benfica
- 2018–2019: Wolverhampton Wanderers (loan)
- 2019: Wolverhampton Wanderers
- 2012: Mexico U23
- 2013: Mexico
Raúl Alonso Jiménez Rodríguez is a Mexican footballer who plays as a forward for Wolverhampton Wanderers in the English Premier League.
He made his professional debut with Atlético Madrid in La Liga during the 2014–15 season, and went on to make 21 appearances for them before joining Wolves in August 2015.
Raúl has won two international caps for Mexico since making his senior debut in 2011, most notably scoring against America at the Copa América Centenario tournament last summer.
In February 2016, he was named captain of Mexico's under-23 team ahead of their Olympic qualifiers later that year. As well as football, Raúl is also educated at El Colegio de México and holds Spanish citizenship.
Raúl Jiménez is a Mexican international footballer who plays as a midfielder for Portuguese club Benfica.
He started his career with Atlas in Mexico before moving to Europe and joining Wolverhampton Wanderers on loan in 2018.
In the 2019-season, he joined Wolves permanently and has since helped them win the English Premier League title twice - once in 2020 and again in 2022.
Raúl Jiménez was part of the Mexico squad that competed at the Olympic Games in London where they reached the quarter finals but were beaten by Brazil.
After winning back-to-back titles with Wolves, Raúl signed for Spanish side Valencia CF on a four year deal early in January 2025.
Also Played For: wolverhampton wanderers f.c, sl benfica
41. Rubens Sambueza
Midfielder
Career
- : River Plate
- Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
- 2003–2009: River Plate: 55: (4)
- 2007–2008: → UNAM (loan): 35: (4)
- 2008: → Flamengo (loan): 7: (0)
- 2009–2012: Estudiantes Tecos: 86: (9)
- 2012–2016: América: 155: (21)
- 2017–2018: Toluca: 62: (10)
- 2019: León: 14: (1)
- 2019–2020: → Pachuca (loan): 24: (1)
- 2020–2021: Toluca: 54: (8)
- 2022: Atlético San Luis: 27: (1)
- 2001: Argentina U17: 1: (0)
- 2003–2004: Argentina U20: 11: (2)
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 08:28, 16 October 2022 (UTC)
Rubens Sambueza is a professional footballer who plays as an attacking midfielder for River Plate. Rubens Sambueza started his career with River Plate in 2004, and has since made over 200 appearances for the club.
In 2016, Rubens Sambueza was named captain of River Plate by manager Marcelo Bielsa. Rubens Sambueza has also represented Argentina at international level, and played in both the 2007 and 2015 World Cups tournaments.
A versatile player, Rubens Sambueza can play anywhere across the midfield area – which makes him a key part of any team he joins. Rubens Oscar Sambuéz Rubens Sambueza is a Brazilian footballer who currently plays for Mexican club Toluca.
He has represented Brazil at youth levels, and made his senior international debut in March 2019. A midfielder by trade, Rubens Sambueza has also been utilised as a right back or defensive midfielder during his career.
After starting out with lower-league clubs, Rubens Sambueza arrived at River Plate in 2003 before going on to play for Flamengo and Estudiantes Tecos in Mexico respectively.
In 2017 he joined América where he won two championships before joining Toluca ahead of the 2018 season - one year after signing for them from Atlético San Luis.
42. Karel Campos
Career
- 2016–2021: América
- Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
- 2021–: América: 6: (0)
- 2021: Mexico U19: 2: (0)
- 2021–2022: Mexico U20: 11: (0)
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 9 April 2022, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 27 September 2022
Karel Campos is an attacking midfielder for América. He has previously played for Pumas UNAM and Monterrey in Mexico. Karel Campos was born on January 17, 2003 in Tamazunchale, San Luis Potosí, Mexico.
Karel Campos started playing football at a young age with local side Club Atlético Tecolutlán before moving to Pumas UNAM when he was just 10 years old.
In 2016, Karel Campos signed with Monterrey where he made his professional debut later that year against Querétaro FC in the Liga MX Apertura tournament; however.
It wasn’t until 2017 that he really started making an impact for the club scoring 4 goals including a crucial equalizer against. Cruz Azul which helped secure Monterrey’s spot in the playoffs as champions of league play earning him first-team recognition from manager.
Antonio Mohamed who named him captain of their Copa Libertadores squad despite only having played 7 games up to then.
After impressing during preseason workouts with América ahead of their 2018 Clausura season campaign, Karel Campos made his official debut for Los Guerreros on March 25th coming off the bench in a 3-1 victory over.
Toluca Fútbol Club; going onto start 8 more matches throughout the regular season as well as both legs of their semifinal clash against Tigres UANL (winning 2-0 on aggregate) which saw them crowned Clausura Champions after being runners-up last year.
During pre-season preparations ahead of 2019 Concacaf Champions League Group Stage fixtures against Toronto FC (lost 0-1), Philadelphia Union (won 1–0) and Costa Rica's Saprissa SC (drawing 2–2), AMÉRICA confirmed they had re-signed KAREL CAMPOS until 2021.
Born into a sporting family – his father Christopher also played football professionally while his uncle. Alejandro represented Venezuela at the international level – there is no doubt that hard work & dedication has seen this promising youngster reach such impressive heights.
Within such a short period of time and we can only look forward to what this talented player will achieve next.
43. Ángel Reyna
Midfielder
Career
- Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
- 2005–2007: San Luis: 56: (10)
- 2007–2008: Necaxa: 32: (3)
- 2008–2009: San Luis: 8: (1)
- 2009–2011: América: 89: (27)
- 2012: Monterrey: 39: (7)
- 2013: → Pachuca (loan): 16: (5)
- 2013–2014: Veracruz: 25: (8)
- 2014–2015: Guadalajara: 29: (1)
- 2016–2018: Celaya: 45: (15)
- 2017: → Veracruz (loan): 15: (1)
- 2018: → Toluca (loan): 14: (1)
- 2019: Veracruz: 12: (0)
- Total: : 380: (79)
- 2010–2013: Mexico: 25: (2)
Reyna is a Mexican attacking midfielder who has played for San Luis, Necaxa, América and Monterrey. Reyna helped Mexico win the CONCACAF Gold Cup in 2010 and was named to the tournament's All-Star team.
Reyna made his senior international debut in 2009 and has since scored seven goals in 89 appearances for Mexico. Reyna is known as an excellent dribbler with quick feet that allows him to create chances for teammates or score himself.
Reyna will be looking to help Monterrey challenge for silverware this season after they were runners up in 2012 Reyna is a versatile player who has played at every position up front for Veracruz except goalkeeper.
Reyna was loaned to Pachuca in 2013 and helped the team win the CONCACAF Gold Cup that year.
Reyna then transferred to Veracruz permanently in 2014 and became one of their most important players, helping them reach Liga MX's playoffs on multiple occasions throughout his time there.
Reyna joined Celaya midway through 2018 but only spent half a season with them before moving back to Veracruz again ahead of 2019 season.
The Mexico international is well-known for his creativity and goalscoring ability, having scored 79 times from 380 appearances across all competitions for club and country over the course of his career so far.
44. Salvador Cabañas
Forward
Career
- Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
- 1998–2001: 12 de Octubre: 42: (12)
- 1999: → Guaraní (loan): 20: (6)
- 2001–2003: Audax Italiano: 53: (29)
- 2003–2006: Chiapas: 103: (59)
- 2006–2010: América: 115: (66)
- 2012: 12 de Octubre: 14: (0)
- 2014: Tanabi: 0: (0)
- Total: : 333: (172)
- 1997: Paraguay U17: : (3)
- 1999: Paraguay U20: : (2)
- 2004–2009: Paraguay: 44: (10)
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals
Salvador Cabañas is a Paraguayan international striker who most recently played for Brazilian side Atletico Mineiro. Cabañas started his career with Asunción-based 12 de Octubre, before moving to Brazilian sides São Paulo and Cruzeiro in 2006 and 2007 respectively.
He returned to Paraguay in 2008, joining Cerro Porteño. After two seasons he moved abroad again, this time signing for Mexican side Puebla. In 2013 he joined Atletico Mineiro after being released by Puebla, where he won the Copa Libertadores in 2014 and 2015 as well as the Brazilian Cup that same year.
In January 2016 it was announced that Salvador Cabañas would join fellow Brazilians Corinthians on loan until the end of the season after failing to break into Diego Forlán's starting XI at Atletico Mineiro; however this move did not materialize due to Corinthians' relegation from Serie A at the conclusion of 2016 Brasileirao Season .
Salvador has represented his country at U-17, U-20 and senior levels but has yet to score a goal internationally although he has been called up several times late in campaigns only for injury or suspension cast doubt over whether or not he will feature.
Despite featuring sparingly for club and country throughout his career so far - scoring just 12 goals across 42 appearances - few could argue against Salvo's claim as one of South America’s most talented strikers having seen him ply his trade domestically in three countries (Paraguay, Brazil & Mexico).
While also representing Ecuador at senior level making 63 appearances scoring 26 goals.
45. Michael Arroyo
Forward
Career
- 2002–2007: Emelec
- Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
- 2005–2008: Emelec: 73: (5)
- 2009–2010: Deportivo Quito: 42: (14)
- 2010–2011: San Luis: 43: (9)
- 2012–2015: Atlante: 32: (12)
- 2012–2013: → Barcelona SC (loan): 60: (21)
- 2014–2015: → América (loan): 38: (5)
- 2015–2017: América: 65: (11)
- 2017: Grêmio: 7: (0)
- 2018–2020: Barcelona SC: 25: (8)
- 2007: Ecuador U-20: 4: (1)
- 2010–2014: Ecuador: 31: (5)
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 17 January 2018, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 5 October 2017
Michael Arroyo is aEcuadorian winger who has played for Emelec since 2002. He made his senior international debut in 2007 and has gone on to make over 60 appearances for Ecuador, scoring 5 goals.
At club level, he spent time at Mexican side Puebla before joining English side Brighton & Hove Albion in January 2017. Michael Arroyo represented Ecuador at the 2013 Copa America as well as the 2015 FIFA Confederations Cup where they reached the semi-finals stage.
In February 2018, he signed with Danish Superliga club FC Nordsjaelland until the end of the season.[2] Michael Arroyo is an attacking midfielder whose skills include dribbling and passing; he usually plays on the left wing or up front.[1] Michael Arroyo is a midfielder who has played for several clubs in Ecuador and abroad.
He started his career at Emelec, before joining Deportivo Quito in 2009. In 2010, he moved to San Luis but returned to Quito the following year.
After two seasons with Atlante, Arroyo joined Barcelona SC on loan in 2012 where he made an immediate impact scoring 21 goals in 38 appearances during his stay; this led to him returning permanently later that year.
Michael then had spells with América (loan) and Grêmio before rejoining Barcelona SC once again last season where he currently plays for their reserve team – albeit not regularly due to injury problems which have blighted his time at the club thus far.
46. Ventura Alvarado
Defender
Career
- 2008–2012: América
- Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
- 2012–2016: América: 42: (0)
- 2013–2014: → Necaxa (loan): 21: (0)
- 2017: Santos Laguna: 6: (0)
- 2018–2020: Necaxa: 60: (2)
- 2020–2021: Atlético San Luis: 13: (0)
- 2021: Inter Miami: 1: (0)
- 2022–: Juárez: 17: (0)
- 2015: United States: 13: (0)
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of January 8, 2023, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of May 21, 2016
Ventura Alvarado is a central-back for Juárez who was born in the United States. He first came to prominence with his performances at the youth level with Mexican side Club Tijuana, before signing for Liga MX side Tigres UANL in 2015.
In 2017, Ventura made his international debut for Mexico and has since gone on to make four appearances overall.
With over 100 career appearances under his belt, Ventura is an experienced defender and looks set to play an important role for Juárez this season Ventura Alvarado was born on February 12, 1992 in Mexico City.
Ventura is a midfielder and has played for several clubs domestically and internationally since 2008. He started his career with América before moving to Necaxa in 2013 where he spent two seasons loaned out to other teams including Santos Laguna and Atlético San Luis.
In 2017, Ventura rejoined América as part of the club's new coaching staff but only made six appearances before being released at the end of 2018 season.
Ventura signed with Santos Laguna again ahead of the 2019 Apertura but left after one year due to personal reasons unrelated to footballing matters.
In 2020, Ventura moved abroad for the first time in his career when he joined Japanese side NECAXA on a two-year deal. After helping NECAXA win promotion back into J1 League, Ventura returned to Mexican football signing for Club Atlas' Liga MX team Inter Miami SC on January 1st 2021.
47. José Antonio Castro
Defender
Career
- Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
- 1999–2001: Halcones de Querétaro: 47: (3)
- 2001–2011: América: 224: (3)
- 2009–2010: → Tigres UANL (loan): 47: (2)
- 2011–2012: Necaxa: 23: (0)
- 2012: Tecos: 11: (0)
- 2012: San Luis: 12: (0)
- 2013: Atlante: 4: (0)
- 2014: Atlético San Luis: 0: (0)
- Total: : 368: (8)
- 2003–2010: Mexico: 35: (1)
- 2018–2020: Cruz Azul Reserves and Academy
- 2020–2021: Querétaro (Assistant)
- 2022: UAT (Assistant)
José Antonio Castro is a Mexican international footballer who has played for both América and Tigres UANL. After starting his career at Halcones de Querétaro, he moved to America in 2001 where he made 224 appearances over the next nine years including two loans with Tecos and San Luis.
In 2012, Castro joined up with newly formed San Luis side and helped them reach the Liga MX final before retiring in 2013. José Antonio Castro is a Mexican football manager and player.
He has managed Cruz Azul reserves and academy since 2018, and Querétaro from 2020-21 as an assistant. José Antonio Castro played for Atlante between 2003-2010, winning the CONCACAF Gold Cup in 2009 with Mexico's senior team.
José Antonio Castro was born on November 14th, 1978 in Veracruz, Mexico.
48. George Corral
Defender
Career
- Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
- 2008–2013: América: 12: (0)
- 2012–2013: → Chiapas (loan): 49: (0)
- 2013–2020: Querétaro: 160: (0)
- 2020–: Puebla: 67: (3)
- 2015: Mexico: 1: (0)
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 8 May 2022
George Corral is a Mexican defender who currently plays for Chiapas. Corral made his senior debut with Chiapas in 2009 and has since gone on to make over 100 appearances for the team.
He was part of Mexico's U-23 squad that competed at the 2012 Olympic Games in London, England. Corral is known for his strong defensive play and ability to read the game well from the back line.
In May 2016, he extended his contract with Chiapas until 2020 He is a Mexican international who has played for Puebla since 2020. He began his career with América in 2008 and spent time on loan at Chiapas in 2012 before joining Querétaro permanently the following year.
In 2019, he represented Mexico in their 1-0 victory against Australia during the CONCACAF World Cup qualification campaign. George is an attacking midfielder and usually plays on the left side of midfield or up front as a striker for Puebla; he has scored three goals in 67 appearances for them so far.
49. Darwin Quintero
Forward
Career
- 2004–2005: Deportes Tolima
- 2006–2007: Deportes Tolima
- 2007–2008: Krylia Sovetov
- 2008: Deportivo Pereira (loan)
- 2008: Deportivo Pereira
- 2009–2014: Santos Laguna
- 2014–2018: América
- 2018–2019: Minnesota United
- 2020–2022: Houston Dynamo
- 2023: América de Cali
- 2008–2012: Colombia
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 28 December 2022, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 15 October 2013
Carlos Darwin Quintero Villalba was born on September 19, 1987 in Tumaco, Colombia. The attacking midfielder has played for clubs such as Deportes Tolima and América de Cali since 2004.
He made his professional debut with the latter club in 2007 and has gone on to make over 250 appearances for them over the years. In 2018, Quintero signed for Minnesota United of Major League Soccer (MLS).
The35-year-old is a versatile player who can play anywhere across midfield but is most effective when running at defences from behind or playing off strikers.
May 2019) Carlos Darwin Quintero Villalba announced his retirement from professional football following an injury sustained during América de Cali's Copa Libertadores match against Lanús on May 6th 2019 which ruled him out indefinitely.
Also Played For: minnesota united fc
Final Words
. . Club America has had some of the best players in Mexico throughout its history. Some of their greatest talents include Cuauhtémoc Blanco, Jorge Campos and Venustiano Carranza.
They have also produced some great goalkeepers such as Antonio Carbajal and Jesús Corona.
