Biography
Who is Javi Martínez?
Early life and career beginnings
Javier Martínez Aginaga was born on September 2, 1988, in Estella-Lizarra, Spain. He grew up in the nearby village of Ayegui and showed early promise as a basketball player before focusing entirely on association football.
He began his senior club career with Osasuna B before Athletic Bilbao signed him in the summer of 2006. He quickly established himself as a regular starter in La Liga, making 251 appearances and scoring 26 goals over the course of six seasons with the club.
Success with Bayern Munich
In August 2012, Javi Martínez transferred to German club FC Bayern Munich after they paid his buyout clause. His arrival marked a significant transfer record in the Bundesliga, and he made his debut on his birthday in a match against VfB Stuttgart.
During his time with Bayern Munich, he won nine consecutive Bundesliga titles. He also played a crucial role in winning the UEFA Champions League in 2013 and 2020, as well as securing multiple DFB-Pokal trophies and UEFA Super Cups.
International career with Spain
Javi Martínez represented Spain across various youth levels, including the under-17, under-19, and under-21 association football teams. He captained the under-21 squad to victory at the 2011 European Championships in Denmark.
At the senior international level, he was part of the historic squads that won the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa and UEFA Euro 2012. He also made appearances for the national team at the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil.
Later club career
After concluding his successful tenure with Bayern Munich, Javi Martínez continued his professional path abroad. He joined the Qatar Stars League club Qatar SC on a multi-year deal in June 2021.
He later signed a contract extension with Qatar SC before eventually moving to Al Bidda in July 2025 to continue playing association football.
Birthday and age
Javi Martínez was born on September 2, 1988, which makes Javi 38 years old today. That birthday falls under the Virgo sign. Javi shares the date with 28 other famous people.
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