Juan Mata Pata Spanish Footballer

Juan Mata Pata, born 28 April 1988 in Villafranca Montes de Oca, is a Spanish footballer. He is known for spells at Manchester United F.C. (2014–2022) and Spain men's national football team (2009–2016).

Early life

He was born to Juan Manuel Mata Rodríguez. His education includes University Camilo José Cela and Technical University of Madrid.

Career

Juan Mata Pata plays in the wing half role. In 2004, he is first listed with Spain national under-17 association football team. Juan Mata Pata has worn the colours of 15 teams on record, including Manchester United F.C., Spain men's national football team and Spain national under-21 association football team. From 2014 to 2022, he played for Manchester United F.C. Melbourne Victory FC is the newest entry in his career list, from 2025. At Manchester United F.C. (2014–2022), his team-mates on record include David de Gea, Jesse Lingard and Luke Shaw. Spain men's national football team team-mates from the same years include Andrés Iniesta, Cesc Fàbregas and David Silva. His largest audience is on YouTube, with 201K subscribers as of May 2025.

Recognition

Juan Mata Pata’s wins include The Guardian Footballer of the Year, awarded in 2017. The list of wins also includes the Gold Medal of the Royal Order of Sports Merit.