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| Angel Di María | |
|---|---|
| Name | Ángel Di María |
| Caption | Di María with Argentina at the 2018 FIFA World Cup |
| Fullname | Ángel Fabián Di María Hernández |
| Birth date | 14 February 1988 |
| Birth place | Rosario, Santa Fe, Argentina |
| Height | 1.78 m |
| Position | Winger, attacking midfielder |
| Currentclub | Juventus |
| Clubnumber | 22 |
| Youthyears1 | 1993–2005 |
| Youthclubs1 | Rosario Central |
| Youthclubs2 | 2005–2007 |
| Youthclubs2 | Newell's Old Boys |
| Years1 | 2005–2007 |
| Clubs1 | Rosario Central |
| Caps1 | 35 |
| Years2 | 2007–2010 |
| Clubs2 | Real Madrid |
| Caps2 | 124 |
| Goals2 | 22 |
| Years3 | 2010–2014 |
| Clubs3 | Manchester United |
| Caps3 | 27 |
| Years4 | 2014–2022 |
| Clubs4 | Paris Saint-Germain |
| Caps4 | 200 |
| Goals4 | 87 |
| Years5 | 2022–2023 |
| Clubs5 | Juventus |
| Caps5 | 35 |
| Nationalyears1 | 2008– |
| Nationalteam1 | Argentina |
| Nationalcaps1 | 170 |
| Nationalgoals1 | 31 |
Angel Di María Ángel Fabián Di María Hernández (born 14 February 1988) is an Argentine professional footballer who plays as a winger and attacking midfielder for Juventus and the Argentina national team. Renowned for his dribbling, crossing, vision and set-piece delivery, he has played for leading clubs across Argentina, Spain, England, France, and Italy, and was instrumental in Argentina's victory at the 2022 FIFA World Cup and the 2014 FIFA World Cup runner-up campaign.
Born in Rosario, Santa Fe Province to a family of Italian and Spanish descent, Di María developed at local academies including Rosario Central and Newell's Old Boys. He emerged from youth systems that have produced players such as Lionel Messi, Ángel Di María's compatriots—working with coaches influenced by Argentine traditions exemplified by César Luis Menotti and Diego Maradona-era philosophies. Early comparisons linked him to wingers like Joaquín and Hernán Crespo for positional versatility and technical skill.
Di María moved to Europe with Real Madrid in 2007, joining a squad featuring Iker Casillas, Raúl, Cristiano Ronaldo, and Zinedine Zidane (later as director), and won the La Liga title and the UEFA Champions League in the 2013 era precursors. In 2010 he transferred to Manchester United in a high-profile deal involving Edwin van der Sar's era and manager Sir Alex Ferguson. After a challenging season at Old Trafford with teammates like Wayne Rooney and Ryan Giggs, he moved to Paris Saint-Germain in 2014 where, alongside stars such as Zlatan Ibrahimović, Neymar, and Kylian Mbappé, he won multiple Ligue 1 titles and domestic cups. In 2022 he signed for Juventus, joining a squad rebuilt by Massimiliano Allegri-linked management and appearing in Serie A competition. His club career includes notable performances in matches against European opponents like FC Barcelona, FC Bayern Munich, Liverpool F.C., AFC Ajax, and AC Milan.
Di María made his senior debut for Argentina in 2008 under Alejandro Sabella-style management and played in major tournaments including the FIFA World Cup campaigns of 2010, 2014, 2018, 2022 and multiple Copa América editions. He scored the winning goal in the 2022 FIFA World Cup final and provided decisive contributions in the 2014 tournament when Argentina reached the final against Germany. Di María has formed attacking partnerships with teammates such as Lionel Messi, Sergio Agüero, Gonzalo Higuaín, and Ángel Di María's contemporaries, contributing assists and set-piece goals in qualifiers against nations like Brazil and Uruguay.
Di María is primarily a right-footed winger capable of operating on either flank or behind the striker; analysts compare his style to players like Arjen Robben for cutting inside and Ryan Giggs for close control. Praised by managers including Carlo Ancelotti, José Mourinho, and Mauricio Pochettino for his pace, dribbling, crossing and free-kick technique, he has also been criticized at times for inconsistency by commentators from outlets covering UEFA competitions and FIFA tournaments. Tactical studies reference his adaptability in formations used by clubs like Real Madrid, Paris Saint-Germain, and Manchester United and national team setups under coaches such as Diego Maradona (as head coach of Argentina in 2008 friendlies context), Jorge Sampaoli, and Lionel Scaloni.
Di María married Jorgelina Cardoso and they have children; his family life attracted media attention in Argentina and Spain during his spells at Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain. He has engaged in charitable activities with organizations and personalities from Rosario and participated in campaigns alongside athletes such as Lionel Messi and entertainers linked to Latin American philanthropy. Di María's off-field incidents, including a 2013 burglary in the Rosario area and his 2022 legal disputes in France over tax issues, received coverage in sports law and celebrity press.
Club: Appearances and goals across senior clubs include Rosario Central, Real Madrid, Manchester United, Paris Saint-Germain, and Juventus; European competition appearances include UEFA Champions League and UEFA Europa League fixtures against clubs such as FC Porto and Borussia Dortmund. International: Over 150 caps and 30+ goals for Argentina national football team, with notable tournament tallies at the FIFA World Cup and Copa América.
Club honours include league titles in La Liga with Real Madrid and multiple Ligue 1 championships with Paris Saint-Germain. International honours include the 2022 FIFA World Cup and the Copa América 2021 victory. Individual awards include selections to tournament squads and player-of-the-match recognitions in competitions organized by CONMEBOL and UEFA.
Category:1988 births Category:Argentine footballers Category:Argentina international footballers Category:Living people