Biography
Who is Alexánder Domínguez?
Early career and LDU Quito
Alexánder Domínguez started his professional path with LDU Quito in 2006. He held the starting goalkeeper position for the team for a full decade, concluding his first stint there in 2016. During these ten seasons, he achieved significant domestic and international success.
The athlete secured two Ecuadorian Serie A championships, winning in 2007 and 2010. Also, he helped the club claim the 2009 Copa Sudamericana title. His trophy collection expanded with the 2009 and 2010 Recopa Sudamericana victories. Between September and October of 2007, he maintained a streak of 719 minutes without allowing a single goal. This period established his reputation as a reliable defensive presence in the league.
International football experience
The player first represented his country at the 2007 South American U-20 Championship. In May 2010, the national team coaching staff called him up for matches against Mexico and South Korea, though he did not enter the field. He earned his first official cap on March 26, 2011, during a game against Colombia.
By the 2014 FIFA World Cup qualifying cycle, he became the primary choice in goal for Ecuador. He appeared in twelve qualifying matches during that tournament cycle. At the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil, he played against Switzerland and France. He especially earned the Man of the Match honor during the game against France. He also participated in multiple Copa América tournaments, specifically in 2011, 2016, 2019, 2021, and 2024. In late 2022, he traveled with the squad to Qatar for the FIFA World Cup.
Club transfers and recent seasons
After leaving LDU Quito in 2016, Alexánder Domínguez moved to Mexico to join Monterrey. His time with the club spanned from 2016 through 2017. Following his departure from Mexico, he played for Club Atlético Colón in Argentina for the 2017 and 2018 seasons. He then spent three years with Vélez Sarsfield, playing for the Argentine side from 2018 until 2021.
In August 2021, he signed with the Uruguayan team Cerro Largo as a free agent. He made his debut for that club in September of the same year. In 2022, he played for the Colombian team Deportes Tolima. He returned to LDU Quito in July 2022, signing a two and a half year contract. His recent success includes winning the Copa Sudamericana and the Serie A title in 2023. He also helped the team win the Serie A in 2024 and the Supercopa Ecuador in 2025.
Height and physical profile
Standing at 196 centimeters, the athlete possesses a significant physical presence on the pitch. Fans and commentators often refer to him by the nickname Dida, a name he shares with a famous Brazilian goalkeeper. He holds the distinction of being the highest ranked active Ecuadorian player regarding time spent without conceding goals.
He is also ranked among the top 300 goalkeepers globally. His career remains defined by his consistency at both the club and international levels.
Birthday and age
Alexánder Domínguez was born on June 5, 1987, which makes Alexánder 39 years old today. That birthday falls under the Gemini sign. Alexánder shares the date with 43 other famous people.
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