Javi Martínez

Professional footballer, Bayern Munich

Javi Martínez - Professional footballer, Bayern Munich
Born

September 2nd, 1988
36 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Spain

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A professional footballer from Spain, played primarily as a defensive midfielder. Career began at Athletic Bilbao, where achievements included winning the Copa del Rey in 2015. In 2012, transferred to Bayern Munich, contributing to multiple Bundesliga titles and the UEFA Champions League victory in 2013. Represented the Spanish national team, securing a UEFA European Championship title in 2012.

Won UEFA Champions League with Bayern Munich in 2013

Secured UEFA European Championship with Spain in 2012

Achieved Copa del Rey win with Athletic Bilbao in 2015

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