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Carlos Vela
Personal information
Full name Carlos Alberto Vela Garrido
Height 5 ft 10 in (1.78 m)[1]
Position(s) Striker, Winger
Team information
Current team
 Arsenal
Number 12
Youth career
2002–2005 Guadalajara
Senior career*
Years Team Apps (Gls)
2005– Arsenal 14 (1)
2006 → Celta Vigo (loan) 0 (0)
2006–2007 → Salamanca (loan) 31 (8)
2007–2008 → Osasuna (loan) 33 (4)
International career‡
2005 Mexico U-17 8 (5)
2007 Mexico U-20 8 (0)
2007– Mexico 22 (7)
*Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 02:55, 8 November 2009 (UTC)
‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 02:55, 8 November 2009 (UTC)

Carlos Alberto Vela Garrido (born 1 March 1989 in Cancún, Quintana Roo) is a Mexican footballer, currently playing striker for Arsenal of the English Premier League. He also plays for the Mexico national football team.

Club career

Early career

Carlos Vela's career started with Chivas Guadalajara, alongside his brother Alejandro Vela. After winning the 2005 FIFA U-17 World Championship with Mexico and finishing as the top scorer with five goals, Jorge Vergara, owner and president of Chivas de Guadalajara, offered to sign him. Since Vela's family lived in the then-recently-storm-stricken Cancún, Quintana Roo, he asked that the club help relocate them as a condition of his signing. Vela had previously shown his great affection to his father, whose birthday fell on the day on which Mexico beat Brazil in the final of the U-17 World Cup, by carrying the cup to his father and dedicating his Golden Boot to him.[2]

Arsenal

Vela attracted interest from a number of European clubs, and eventually Arsenal won the race for his signature in November 2005 on a five-year deal for a £125k fee that will rise to £550k if he plays 50 first-team games.[3] However, since English work permit restrictions for non-EU citizens prevented him from playing in England, Arsenal quickly loaned him out to Celta de Vigo in February 2006.[4]

Spain

Vela wouldn't play a single game since Celta de Vigo had filled their non-EU quota. At the end of the season, Vela was sent to Salamanca, in the second division, for the 2006-07 season.[5] He would have a successful stay there, scoring eight goals and creating many of Salamanca's 53 goals.[6]

After his loan spell with Salamanca ended, bigger clubs of La Liga, such as Levante, Osasuna and Almería were all interested in taking him on loan from Arsenal for whom he was still ineligible to play as he still had yet to receive a work permit.[7] Eventually, a one year loan move to Osasuna was agreed, with the option of an extension for another year. However, no permanent option had been contemplated.[7][8][9] On 31 October 2007, he scored his first goal with Osasuna, in a match against Real Betis, a performance that went on to receive early praise from the Spanish press.[10]

Return to England

On 22 May 2008, Vela was granted a work permit that allowed him to play in England. Arsenal manager Arsène Wenger confirmed that Vela would be involved with the first team in the coming season and that he predominantly views Vela as a striker in the Eduardo mold.[11][12]

Vela made his competitive debut for Arsenal on 30 August 2008 in their Premier League match against Newcastle United, coming on as a substitute for Robin van Persie in the 63rd minute. Arsenal won the match 3–0. In his full debut on 23 September 2008 against Sheffield United in the League Cup, Vela scored a hat-trick in a 6–0 win, with his second goal recently voted as one of Arsenal's 50 greatest goals.[13] The match was also notable for featuring Arsenal's youngest ever side, with an average age of 19.[14] With this early success, Vela established himself as a fan favorite. To show their affection, Arsenal fans sing a song for him called "Jolly Good Vela," a variation of "For He's a Jolly Good Fellow."

On 8 March 2009 in the FA Cup Fifth Round tie against Burnley, Vela scored the first goal in a 3–0 win, chipping the ball over the keeper and into the goal.[15] He scored his first goal in the Premier League for Arsenal away to Portsmouth on 2 May 2009[16] making him just the second Mexican player to score a goal in the Premier League.

On 28 April 2009, he was excluded from Arsenal's training session as a precaution due to the 2009 swine flu outbreak. Vela had two friends from Mexico visit him over the weekend and Arsenal were asked to keep him away. However, he returned to training the next day after being given the all-clear.[17]

2009–10 season

Vela missed Arsenal's pre-season campaign as he was away on international duty at the 2009 CONCACAF Gold Cup, he returned with an ankle injury which would keep him out until September. He returned to action on 22 September by coming off the bench in Arsenal's 2–0 win by assisting the first and scoring the second goal against West Brom in the Carling Cup.

International career

Vela played in the 2005 FIFA U-17 World Championship, held in Peru, where he helped Mexico to victory. He was a pivotal figure in the final against Brazil as Mexico triumphed 3–0. Vela subsequently finished as top scorer with five goals, claiming the Adidas Golden Boot.

During his stay at Osasuna, Vela made his full international debut for Mexico in a September 2007 friendly against Brazil. On 18 October 2007, Vela scored his first senior international goal for Mexico in a friendly against Guatemala played in Los Angeles.

Vela was called up for the two-legged playoff against Belize and the preceding friendlies. On 8 June 2008, Vela scored his second senior international goal for Mexico in a friendly against Peru at the 20th minute to help Mexico with their 4–0 victory. A match later for Mexico he scored in their qualifying opener versus Belize making the match 1–0. In the return leg against Belize he again scored the opening goal of the match and beginning the 7–0 rout in favour of Mexico.

In mid-2009, Vela was called up to play in the 2009 CONCACAF Gold Cup. He scored his fifth goal in a preparation friendly for the Gold Cup against Venezuela. Vela subsequently started in Mexico's opener against Nicaragua. However, after five minutes, an opposing player tackled Vela and he fell awkwardly on his right leg. However, x-rays showed he did not break anything and could play again in the tournament.[18] Mexico would advance to the semi-finals against Costa Rica, where Vela would make his return in the 81st minute. After extra time, the game was tied 1–1 and went to penalties. After Ochoa saved Ledezma's penalty, Vela scored Mexico's fifth penalty to send them to the final. In the Gold Cup final, Vela was brought on at half time with the score deadlocked at 0–0. Vela's inclusion immediately impacted the game and changed the pace of the game in favor of Mexico. His pacy movements, intelligent passing, and composure in front of goal allowed Mexico to defeat the US 5–0 with Vela providing the pass to Giovani Dos Santos for the first penalty, creating the second goal, scoring the third and assisting the fourth.[19] Vela scored one goal and assisted a goal in Mexico's 4–1 win over El Salvador which meant Mexico qualified for the 2010 World Cup.

International goals

No. Date Venue Opponent Score Result Competition Ref.
1. 17 October 2007 Los Angeles, United States  Guatemala 2–1 2–3 Friendly
2. 8 June 2008 Chicago, United States  Peru 3–0 4–0 Friendly
3. 15 June 2008 Houston, United States  Belize 1–0 2–0 2010 FIFA World Cup qualification
4. 21 June 2008 Monterrey, Mexico  Belize 1–0 7–0 2010 FIFA World Cup qualification
5. 24 June 2009 Atlanta, United States  Venezuela 1–0 4–0 Friendly
6. 26 July 2009 East Rutherford, United States  United States 3–0 5–0 2009 CONCACAF Gold Cup
7. 10 October 2009 Mexico City, Mexico  El Salvador 4–1 4–1 2010 FIFA World Cup qualification

Club performance

(Club statistics correct as of 20 October 2009)

Club Season League Cup Europe Total
Apps Goals Assists Apps Goals Assists Apps Goals Assists Apps Goals Assists
Salamanca (loan) 2006–07 31 8 15 1 0 0 0 0 0 32 8 15
Osasuna (loan) 2007–08 33 3 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 33 3 4
Arsenal 2008–09 14 1 0 7 5 3 8 0 0 29 6 3
2009–10 0 0 0 1 1 1 2 0 0 3 1 1
Career total 78 12 19 9 6 4 9 0 0 95 18 22

Honours

International

Mexico Mexico

Individual

References

  1. ^ "Carlos Vela Profile". ESPN Soccernet. Retrieved 01 August 2009. {{cite web}}: Check date values in: |accessdate= (help)
  2. ^ "Ramirez: "I didn't expect such a resounding victory"". FIFA. 2005-10-03. Retrieved 03 July 2008. I dedicate my goal tonight, and the trophy, to my father, because it's his birthday this evening. {{cite news}}: Check date values in: |accessdate= (help)
  3. ^ Northcroft, Jonathan (2008-09-28). "Arsene Wenger's generation game". The Sunday Times. Retrieved 28 September 2008. Vela, contrary to reports that he cost £2.5m, arrived for a £125,000 fee that will rise to £550,000 if he plays 50 first-team games.
  4. ^ "Vela poised for European stage". FIFA. 2006-04-27. Retrieved 01 August 2009. {{cite news}}: Check date values in: |accessdate= (help)
  5. ^ "El mexicano Carlos Vela, a un paso de llegar cedido al Salamanca". Diario Marca (in Spanish). 2006-08-05. Retrieved 01 August 2009. {{cite news}}: Check date values in: |accessdate= (help); Unknown parameter |trans_title= ignored (|trans-title= suggested) (help)CS1 maint: unrecognized language (link)
  6. ^ Lewis, Darren (2007-07-13). "Jolly Good Vela". Daily Mirror. Retrieved 20 July 2007. The 18-year-old marksman, on loan at Spanish side Salamanca, has been tearing defences apart - setting up around half of their 53 goals last season and scoring eight in 31 appearances himself.
  7. ^ a b Fraser, Peter (2007-08-05). "Vela looks forward to loan". Sky Sports. Retrieved 01 August 2009. {{cite news}}: Check date values in: |accessdate= (help)
  8. ^ "Jugará Carlos Vela con el Osasuna". El Universal (in Spanish). 2007-07-19. Retrieved 01 August 2009. {{cite news}}: Check date values in: |accessdate= (help); Unknown parameter |trans_title= ignored (|trans-title= suggested) (help)CS1 maint: unrecognized language (link)
  9. ^ Symcox, Jonathan (2007-07-20). "Premiership - Wenger denies Anelka interest". Eurosport. Retrieved 22 July 2007. Wenger has allowed Mexican teenager Carlos Vela, previously on loan at Celta Vigo and Salamanca, to join Liga club Osasuna on a season-long loan.
  10. ^ Clark, Richard (2007-11-16). "Loan star Vela starts to sparkle in Spain". Arsenal.com. Retrieved 01 August 2009. He scored his scored his first La Liga goal last month and the Spanish press have marked him out as one to watch. {{cite news}}: Check date values in: |accessdate= (help)
  11. ^ "Mexican striker Vela granted a work permit". Arsenal.com. 2008-05-22. Retrieved 22 May 2008. Arsène Wenger said: "Vela will be involved with the first-team next season. He has played the whole season at Osasuna on the left wing and he had to work hard there. But for me it is not his position, he is a central striker, an Eduardo type.
  12. ^ Clark, Richard (2008-09-23). "Wenger - Vela is so cool it makes me smile". Arsenal.com. Retrieved 01 August 2009. Carlos can play central and wide as well. He's an Eduardo basically. {{cite news}}: Check date values in: |accessdate= (help)
  13. ^ "GGG29: Carlos Vela v Sheffield United, 2008". Arsenal.com. 2009-06-23. Retrieved 01 August 2009. Vela was at the forefront of the onslaught with a hat-trick on his first start for the Club. All three were fine strikes but his second was really special. {{cite news}}: Check date values in: |accessdate= (help)
  14. ^ Harris, Chris (2008-09-23). "Arsenal 6-0 Sheffield United - Match Report". Arsenal.com. Retrieved 01 August 2009. Nonetheless, with an average age of 19, this was still the youngest ever side to represent Arsenal. {{cite news}}: Check date values in: |accessdate= (help)
  15. ^ Clark, Richard (2009-03-08). "FA Cup: Arsenal 3-0 Burnley - Match Report". Arsenal.com. Retrieved 01 August 2009. Arshavin won the ball on the left and tapped an angled pass to Vela just inside the Burnley half. The Mexican allowed the ball to run across his body, nutmegged Clarke Carlisle and, despite Joey Gudjonsson tugging at his shirt, managed to sprint clear before clipping the ball over Jensen. {{cite news}}: Check date values in: |accessdate= (help)
  16. ^ "Portsmouth 0-3 Arsenal". BBC. 2 May 2009. Retrieved 16 August 2009.
  17. ^ Clarke, Richard (2009-04-28). "Vela missed training over swine flu fears". Arsenal.com. Retrieved 07 August 2009. Carlos Vela has had the all-clear to return to training after missing Monday's session due to a concern over swine flu. {{cite news}}: Check date values in: |accessdate= (help)
  18. ^ "Misfortune Hits Vela But Youngster's Spirits High". Goal.com. 2009-07-07. Retrieved 01 August 2009. ...initial fears were that he would not be able to participate in the tournament any longer. But x-rays proved negative to a feared fracture and team doctors said the injury was a sprain. Vela may be able to participate in Thursday's game in Houston despite the setback. {{cite news}}: Check date values in: |accessdate= (help)
  19. ^ Longman, Jeré (2009-07-26). "Mexico Thumps U.S. to Win Gold Cup". The New York Times. Retrieved 01 August 2009. Sunday, all of Mexico's goals came during a furiously counterattacking second half. The first four were delivered or facilitated by a pair of 20-year-old forwards, Giovani dos Santos and Carlos Vela. {{cite news}}: Check date values in: |accessdate= (help)

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