Carlos Vela Mexican Footballer From Cancun
Carlos Vela · association football player · Mexican
Biography
Mexican footballer Carlos Vela was born on 1 March 1989 in Cancun. He has played for Mexico men's national football team (2007–2018) and Arsenal F.C. (2005–2012).
Career
He plays as a forward. Carlos Vela’s listed career opens with Arsenal F.C. in 2005. In all, 11 teams are listed for him, among them Mexico men's national football team, Los Angeles FC and Real Sociedad. His longest spell on record is at Mexico men's national football team, from 2007 to 2018. At Mexico men's national football team (2007–2018), his team-mates on record include Andrés Guardado, Giovani dos Santos and Guillermo Ochoa. Arsenal F.C. team-mates from the same years include Kieran Gibbs, Robin van Persie and Abou Diaby.
Recognition
His awards include the MLS Golden Boot. He has also won a Landon Donovan MVP Award.
Teams
11 teams| Years | Team | Position |
|---|---|---|
| 2005–2012 | Arsenal F.C. | Forward |
| 2005 | Mexico national under-17 association football team | Forward |
| 2006 | RC Celta de Vigo | Forward |
| 2006–2007 | UD Salamanca | Forward |
| 2007–2008 | Club Atlético Osasuna | Forward |
| 2007–2018 | Mexico men's national football team | Forward |
| 2007 | Mexico national under-20 football team | Forward |
| 2010–2011 | West Bromwich Albion F.C. | Forward |
| 2011–2012 | Real Sociedad | Forward |
| 2012–2018 | Real Sociedad | Forward |
| 2018–2024 | Los Angeles FC | Forward |
Awards and nominations
2 won, 0 nominated| Year | Award | For | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Landon Donovan MVP Award | Won | ||
| MLS Golden Boot | Won |
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Frequently asked questions
How old is Carlos Vela?
Carlos Vela is 37 years old, born on 1 March 1989 in Cancun.
What is Carlos Vela known for?
Carlos Vela is a forward who has played for Mexico men's national football team and Arsenal F.C..
How tall is Carlos Vela?
Carlos Vela is 177 cm (5 ft 10 in) tall.
What is Carlos Vela’s nationality?
Carlos Vela is Mexican, born in Cancun.
Has Carlos Vela won any awards?
Yes. 2 awards are on record, including Landon Donovan MVP Award.
Sources
- Wikidata (Q47950), accessed October 2026
- Photo: PB84 · CC BY-SA 4.0
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