Giovani dos Santos

Mexican footballer and Gold Cup winner

Giovani dos Santos - Mexican footballer and Gold Cup winner
Born

May 11th, 1989
36 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Mexico

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Born in 1989, this footballer started his career with FC Barcelona's youth academy. He made his professional debut with the senior team and played a key role in the club's success, including winning multiple La Liga titles. Later, he played for clubs such as Tottenham Hotspur, and Villarreal, showcasing his skills in European leagues. Internationally, he represented Mexico, contributing to the national team's victory in the 2015 CONCACAF Gold Cup. With a reputation for creativity and forward play, his contributions on the field have been significant throughout his career.

Winning the 2015 CONCACAF Gold Cup with Mexico

Playing in La Liga with FC Barcelona

Contributing at Tottenham Hotspur

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