Teófilo Gutiérrez Colombian Footballer Born in 1985
Teófilo Gutiérrez · association football player and writer · Colombian
Biography
Teófilo Gutiérrez, born 17 May 1985 in Barranquilla, is a Colombian footballer. Teams on record for him include Colombia men's national football team (2009–2017) and Junior de Barranquilla (2017–2021).
Career
His position on record is forward. His career on record begins at Barranquilla F.C. in 2006. The records show 17 teams, with Colombia men's national football team, Junior de Barranquilla and Sporting CP among them. He spent 8 years at Colombia men's national football team (2009–2017). The most recent team listed is Junior de Barranquilla, from 2025. At Colombia men's national football team (2009–2017), his team-mates on record include Carlos Sánchez, David Ospina and Radamel Falcao. Junior de Barranquilla team-mates from the same years include Jorge Valdivia.
Recognition
Among his honours is the Premio Copé, won in 1989. Other wins include the South American Footballer of the Year (2014).
Teams
17 teams| Years | Team | Position |
|---|---|---|
| 2006 | Barranquilla F.C. | Forward |
| 2007–2009 | Junior de Barranquilla | Forward |
| 2009–2017 | Colombia men's national football team | Forward |
| 2010–2011 | Trabzonspor | Forward |
| 2011–2012 | Racing Club | Forward |
| 2012 | Club Atlético Lanús | Forward |
| 2012–2013 | Cruz Azul | Forward |
| 2012 | Junior de Barranquilla | Forward |
| 2013–2015 | Club Atlético River Plate | Forward |
| 2015–2017 | Sporting CP | Forward |
| 2016–2017 | Club Atlético Rosario Central | Forward |
| 2017–2021 | Junior de Barranquilla | Forward |
| 2021–2022 | Deportivo Cali | Forward |
| 2023 | Atlético Bucaramanga | Forward |
| 2023 | Deportivo Cali | Forward |
Show all 17 teams
| Years | Team | Position |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Real Cartagena | Forward |
| 2025– | Junior de Barranquilla | Forward |
Awards and nominations
2 won, 0 nominated| Year | Award | For | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | South American Footballer of the Year | Won | |
| 1989 | Premio Copé | Won |
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Frequently asked questions
How old is Teófilo Gutiérrez?
Teófilo Gutiérrez is 41 years old, born on 17 May 1985 in Barranquilla.
What is Teófilo Gutiérrez known for?
Teófilo Gutiérrez is a forward who has played for Colombia men's national football team and Junior de Barranquilla.
How tall is Teófilo Gutiérrez?
Teófilo Gutiérrez is 178 cm (5 ft 10 in) tall.
What is Teófilo Gutiérrez’s nationality?
Teófilo Gutiérrez is Colombian, born in Barranquilla.
Has Teófilo Gutiérrez won any awards?
Yes. 2 awards are on record, including South American Footballer of the Year (2014).
Sources
- Wikidata (Q369056), accessed October 2026
- Photo: Rovena Rosa/Agência Brasil · CC BY 3.0 br
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