Carlos Marchena: Biography, Facts and Career
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Carlos Marchena López (Spanish pronunciation: [ˈkaɾlos maɾˈtʃena ˈlopeθ]; born 31 July 1979) is a Spanish former professional footballer. Mainly a central defender with an aggressive approach, he also played as a defensive midfielder. Most of his career (nine years) was spent at Valencia, where he helped the club to win five major titles, including two La Liga championships. He amassed competition totals 330 matches and 11 goals over 13 seasons, also playing for Sevilla, Villarreal and Deportivo. A Spain international for the better part of the 2000s, Marchena won 69 caps and represented the national team in two World Cups and two European Championships, winning each tournament once.
Quick facts about Carlos Marchena
- Full name: Carlos Marchena
- Born: 1979-07-31
- Nationality: Spain
- Known as: Athlete
- Wikidata ID: Q186415
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Who is Carlos Marchena?
Carlos Marchena López (Spanish pronunciation: [ˈkaɾlos maɾˈtʃena ˈlopeθ]; born 31 July 1979) is a Spanish former professional footballer.
What nationality is Carlos Marchena?
Carlos Marchena is Spain.
When was Carlos Marchena born?
Carlos Marchena was born on 1979-07-31.
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