Ángel Di María
🔥 TrendingA member of the Millennial generation, Ángel Di María was born in 1988 in Rosario and went on to become a celebrated Athlete.
Argentine footballer (born 1988)
"Di María's most defining moment came in the 2021 Copa América final, where he scored the decisive chip over Brazil's Alisson, ending Argentina's 28-year senior trophy drought." — About Ángel Di María
| Metric | Ángel Di María | Avg Athlete | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age | 38 | 47 | -9 yrs |
| Height | 180cm (5'11") | 176cm | +4cm |
| Career length | 20 yrs | ~35 yrs | -15 yrs |
| Based on 1874 Athlete profiles in our database | |||
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Facts about Ángel Di María
Did you know that Ángel Di María once had his house robbed while playing for Manchester United, leading to his family's decision to move to Paris?
- Nicknamed 'El Fideo' (The Noodle) due to his slender physique, a moniker that has stuck throughout his illustrious career.
- As a child, he was advised by a doctor to start playing football to help manage his hyperactivity.
- His former club, Rosario Central, received a portion of his subsequent transfer fees, a common clause in Argentine football.
- He scored the winning goal for Argentina in the 2008 Beijing Olympics final against Nigeria, securing a gold medal.
- Di María holds the unique distinction of scoring in three major international finals for Argentina (Olympics, Copa América, World Cup).
Di María's most defining moment came in the 2021 Copa América final, where he scored the decisive chip over Brazil's Alisson, ending Argentina's 28-year senior trophy drought. This goal solidified his place in Argentine football folklore, especially alongside Lionel Messi.
Di María is remembered as a versatile and often underrated winger, known for his ability to deliver in crucial moments and contribute significantly to multiple trophy-winning teams for both club and country.