Dani Carvajal

Spanish footballer, Real Madrid defender

Dani Carvajal - Spanish footballer, Real Madrid defender
Born

January 11th, 1992
33 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Spain

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A professional footballer, played as a right-back for Real Madrid and the Spain national team. Made his senior debut with Real Madrid in 2013 after returning from a loan at Bayer Leverkusen. Contributed to numerous successes with Real Madrid, including multiple UEFA Champions League titles and La Liga championships. Represented Spain in various international competitions, highlighting versatility and defensive skills.

Won UEFA Champions League four times with Real Madrid

Secured La Liga titles multiple times

Part of the Spain team in FIFA World Cup 2018

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