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| Yannick Carrasco | |
|---|---|
| Name | Yannick Carrasco |
| Caption | Carrasco with Belgium at the 2018 FIFA World Cup |
| Fullname | Yannick Ferreira Carrasco |
| Birth date | 4 September 1993 |
| Birth place | Vilvoorde, Belgium |
| Height | 1.80 m |
| Position | Winger |
| Currentclub | Atlético Madrid |
| Clubnumber | 11 |
Yannick Carrasco is a Belgian professional footballer who plays as a winger for Atlético Madrid and the Belgium national football team. Known for his pace, dribbling, and versatility, he has featured in top competitions including the UEFA Champions League, La Liga, Serie A, and the FIFA World Cup. Carrasco has represented clubs across Belgium, France, Spain, and China, and was part of Belgium's 'Golden Generation' at major tournaments.
Born in Vilvoorde, Carrasco developed in the Belgian youth system, starting at JS Thieffry before moving to RWD Molenbeek and later joining the academy of RSC Anderlecht. At Anderlecht he trained alongside contemporaries from the Belgian youth setup such as Romelu Lukaku, Kevin De Bruyne, and Thibaut Courtois. Carrasco progressed through youth levels at Anderlecht and featured for Belgium at junior tournaments including the UEFA European Under-19 Championship and youth qualifiers, attracting attention from clubs across Europe.
Carrasco made his senior breakthrough with RSC Anderlecht, winning domestic honours in the Belgian Pro League and appearing in the UEFA Europa League before transferring to AS Monaco in Ligue 1. At Monaco he contributed to the club's rise, playing alongside teammates such as Radamel Falcao, James Rodríguez, and Tiemoué Bakayoko, and competing in the UEFA Champions League. His performances led to a move to Atlético Madrid in La Liga, where he was deployed by coach Diego Simeone and formed attacking partnerships with players like Antoine Griezmann and Koke.
In 2018 Carrasco made a high-profile transfer to Chinese Super League side Dalian Yifang (also known as Dalian Professional), joining other European players who moved to China including Paulinho and Oscar. After two seasons in Asia he returned to Atlético Madrid on loan and subsequently on a permanent deal, rejoining the squad competing in UEFA Europa League and domestic competitions. Throughout his club career he has featured in major fixtures such as the Copa del Rey and continental knockout ties.
Carrasco debuted for the senior Belgium national football team after representing Belgium at youth levels including the UEFA European Under-21 Championship qualifying stages. He was selected in Belgium squads for major tournaments including the UEFA Euro 2016 squad, the 2018 FIFA World Cup squad, and UEFA Euro 2020 squad. At the 2018 FIFA World Cup he scored and assisted en route to Belgium's third-place finish, playing with international teammates such as Eden Hazard, Kevin De Bruyne, and Jan Vertonghen. He has appeared in FIFA World Cup qualification and UEFA Nations League matches, contributing goals and assists in competitive fixtures.
Carrasco is typically deployed as a left winger but has operated on the right flank and as an inside forward, showing tactical flexibility valued by coaches such as Diego Simeone and Leonardo Jardim. His attributes include acceleration, close control, crossing, and the ability to cut inside to shoot, drawing comparisons with other Belgian attackers like Dries Mertens and Adnan Januzaj. Analysts have noted his work-rate, transitional contributions in counter-attacks, and proficiency in one-on-one situations. Media outlets covering La Liga and the Chinese Super League have both praised and critiqued aspects of his consistency; pundits from Marca, L'Équipe, and AS have commented on his moments of individual brilliance versus collective tactical adaptation.
Carrasco is of mixed heritage, with family roots linked to Portugal through his surname. Off the pitch he has featured in charitable initiatives in Belgium and engaged with fan communities at clubs including RSC Anderlecht and Atlético Madrid. His personal relationships and lifestyle have been covered by sports media during his transfers to China and back to Spain. He has also been involved in commercial partnerships and brand endorsements associated with footballers of his profile.
Club (selected): - RSC Anderlecht: appearances and goals in Belgian Pro League and European competitions. - AS Monaco: appearances and goals across Ligue 1 and UEFA Champions League. - Atlético Madrid: appearances and goals in La Liga, Copa del Rey, and UEFA Europa League. - Dalian Professional: appearances and goals in the Chinese Super League.
International: - Belgium senior caps and goals in FIFA World Cup finals, UEFA European Championship tournaments, and qualifying matches.
(Season-by-season totals vary; consult official club and federation statistics for up-to-date figures.)
Club honours have included Belgian Pro League titles with RSC Anderlecht and domestic cups or top-table finishes with AS Monaco and Atlético Madrid. Internationally, he was part of the Belgium squad finishing third at the 2018 FIFA World Cup. Individual recognitions have come in the form of team-of-the-week selections in La Liga and acknowledgements from national media during tournament campaigns.
Category:Belgian footballers Category:Association football wingers