Israel Jiménez

Professional footballer and defender

Israel Jiménez - Athletes & Sports Figures born August 13th, 1989
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Debuted professionally in 2008 with the club Atlas. Played as a right-back and earned recognition for defensive skills and consistency. Transferred to Club Tijuana and contributed to their winning the Liga MX title in Clausura 2012. Represented the Mexican national team at various youth levels and participated in several international competitions.

Won Liga MX with Club Tijuana in 2012

Spent significant career at Atlas

Represented Mexico in youth international competitions

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