Biography
Who is Félix Borja?
Early life and career beginnings
Félix Borja was born in San Lorenzo, Ecuador. He started his playing career as a forward. His early club experience included playing for El Nacional in his home country. During his time with El Nacional, the team won the Serie A de Ecuador title in the 2005 C season and again in 2006.
European club career
Félix Borja moved to Europe to join the Greek league champions Olympiacos. This transfer made him the first Ecuadorian player to play for a Greek team. Two months after this transfer, he was declared joint top goalscorer of the Copa Libertadores de América.
Later, Félix Borja transferred to the German club Mainz 05. He played in Germany before moving on to Mexican club Puebla during the winter transfer window of the 2010 to 2011 season. In the following season, he transferred to Pachuca.
Later club career
Félix Borja joined Major League Soccer team Chivas USA on loan from LDU Quito. He scored the only goal in a match against the San Jose Earthquakes. Later, he joined South China in Hong Kong and eventually returned to El Nacional by signing a contract in January 2017.
International career
Félix Borja represented the Ecuador national team. He played in qualifying matches for the FIFA World Cup, including a game against Uruguay that secured their place in the tournament. He was included in the squad for the 2006 FIFA World Cup and made an appearance in a match against Germany.
After the tournament, Félix Borja played in international friendlies. He scored a goal against Brazil in a match held in Sweden. He was also called up to the national squad for the 2007 Copa América and started in a group game against Brazil.
Birthday and age
Félix Borja was born on April 2, 1983, which makes Félix 43 years old today. That birthday falls under the Aries sign. Félix shares the date with 61 other famous people.
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