
Raul Gonzalez - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
Born | June 27, 1977 |
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Age | 47 |
Birthplace | Madrid, Spain |
Zodiac Sign | Cancer |
Chinese Zodiac | Snake |
Generation | Generation X |
Known For | Legendary striker for Real Madrid; all-time leading scorer for the club until 2015; key player for the Spanish national team. |
Intro
Raúl González Blanco, commonly known as Raúl, is a retired Spanish footballer famed for his prolific career as a striker with Real Madrid and the Spanish national team. Renowned for his intelligence, movement, and leadership, Raúl is celebrated as one of the greatest players in Real Madrid's history and is regarded as one of the top forwards of his generation.
Early Life & Background
Raúl was born and raised in the San Cristóbal de los Ángeles neighborhood of Madrid, Spain. He began his youth football career at San Cristóbal de los Ángeles, moved to Atlético Madrid’s youth academy, and later joined the Real Madrid youth system (La Fábrica) in 1992.
Career Highlights
- Made professional debut for Real Madrid in 1994 at age 17.
- Scored 323 goals in 741 appearances for Real Madrid, holding the club's goal-scoring record until 2015.
- Won six La Liga titles and three UEFA Champions League titles with Real Madrid.
- Captained Real Madrid from 2003 to 2010.
- Scored 44 goals in 102 appearances for the Spanish national team.
- Later played for FC Schalke 04, Al Sadd, and New York Cosmos.
- Named UEFA Club Forward of the Year three times and included in the FIFA 100 list of the world's greatest living players.
Trivia
- Raúl never received a red card in his entire professional playing career.
- He is married to Mamen Sanz and has five children.
- Raúl was often recognized for his trademark 'kiss the wedding ring' goal celebration.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Raul Gonzalez?
Raul Gonzalez is 47 years old.
When was Raul Gonzalez born?
Raul Gonzalez was born the 27 June 1977.
Where is Raul Gonzalez from?
Madrid, Spain.
On His Birth-Day
About June 27th, 1977, in brief:
- Historical events: On June 27, 1977, Djibouti officially gained independence from France, marking the end of French colonial rule in the Horn of Africa. This historic moment transformed the territory from a French overseas territory (Territoire français des Afars et des Issas) into a sovereign nation.
- Day of the week: June 27th, 1977 was a Monday
- Zodiac Sign: Cancer (in western zodiac), Snake (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase: Waxing gibbous
- #1 US song: Gonna Fly Now (Theme From Rocky) by Bill Conti
- #1 UK song: So You Win Again by Hot Chocolate
- Popular movie: The Sentinel directed by Clark Johnson
Check the link for more news and curiosities on June 27th, 1977.
Sources
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ra%C3%BAl_(footballer)
- https://www.realmadrid.com/en/about-real-madrid/history/football-legends/ra%C3%BAl-gonz%C3%A1lez-blanco
- https://www.britannica.com/biography/Raul-Gonzalez
- https://www.uefa.com/uefachampionsleague/news/025a-0eaa13fa638b-6ccc50385772-1000--uefa-club-football-awards-past-winners/