Biography
Who is Charles Aránguiz?
Early life and career beginnings
Charles Aránguiz was born in Puente Alto in the Diego Portales neighborhood. His mother, Mariana Sandoval, worked as a football coach and amateur leader in Puente Alto for over three decades, earning recognition from CONMEBOL for her contributions. Charles began playing football at Universidad de Chile before moving to the Cobreloa Academy when he was around thirteen years old.
Club career milestones
At Universidad de Chile, Charles Aránguiz quickly established himself as a vital squad member. He helped the club capture the 2011 Copa Sudamericana title, where the team remained undefeated through the entire tournament. In the final, they defeated Liga de Quito to become the first Chilean side to win a continental competition in twenty years. He also converted a crucial penalty in a shoot-out victory against Unión Española during the 2012-13 Copa Chile semi-finals before winning the final against Universidad Católica.
International achievements
Charles Aránguiz represented Chile at youth levels, participating in the Milk Cup, Toulon Tournament, and Talents Cup in 2008, while also winning the João Havelange Tournament with the youth squad. He played for the under-20 team in the South American Youth Championship, scoring a goal from a free kick. He made his senior debut for the Chile national team in 2009 and became a regular starter during the 2014 FIFA World Cup qualification matches.
Family background and personal details
Football is a prominent part of the Aránguiz family. Beyond his mother's extensive coaching background in Puente Alto, his brother Gilberto worked as a football coach for Municipal Puente Alto in 2022. Also, his cousin Mario Sandoval also competes as a professional football player.
Birthday and age
Charles Aránguiz was born on April 17, 1989, which makes Charles 37 years old today. That birthday falls under the Aries sign. Charles shares the date with 62 other famous people.
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