Carlos Salcido
๐ฅ TrendingBorn in Ocotlรกn, Carlos Salcido became one of North America's most celebrated Athletes during the Generation X era.
Mexican association football player
"His most defining career moment was undoubtedly winning the Olympic Gold Medal with Mexico at the 2012 London Games." โ About Carlos Salcido
| Metric | Carlos Salcido | Avg Athlete | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age | 45 | 47 | -2 yrs |
| Height | 176cm (5'9") | 176cm | same |
| Career length | 27 yrs | ~35 yrs | -8 yrs |
| Based on 1874 Athlete profiles in our database | |||
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Facts about Carlos Salcido
Did you know that Carlos Salcido is one of the few Mexican footballers to have played in three FIFA World Cups and also won an Olympic Gold Medal?
- Carlos Salcido played in three consecutive FIFA World Cups for Mexico (2006, 2010, 2014), a remarkable achievement for a defender.
- He was one of the three over-age players in the Mexico squad that famously won the Olympic Gold Medal at London 2012.
- During his time at PSV Eindhoven, he won two consecutive Eredivisie titles (2006-07, 2007-08) and the Johan Cruyff Shield.
- Salcido's transfer to PSV Eindhoven was part of a significant wave of Mexican players moving to Europe after the 2006 World Cup.
- Despite primarily being a left-back, he was highly praised for his adaptability and strong performances as a central defender for club and country.
His most defining career moment was undoubtedly winning the Olympic Gold Medal with Mexico at the 2012 London Games. As one of the over-age players, his leadership and experience were crucial in guiding the young squad to a historic victory over Brazil in the final.
Salcido's legacy is defined by his consistent high-level performance for both club and country, inspiring a generation of Mexican defenders and demonstrating that Mexican talent could thrive in top European leagues.