Biography
Who is José María Giménez?
Early life and career beginnings
José María Giménez de Vargas was born in Toledo, Uruguay, on January 20, 1995. He began his professional career with Danubio F.C. In the Uruguayan Primera División. On 17 November 2012, he made his debut for the club in a match against River Plate, playing the full ninety minutes in a defeat. His early performances laid the groundwork for his eventual move to European football.
Career highlights with Atlético Madrid
José María Giménez won five major titles during his long tenure with Atlético Madrid. He claimed his first La Liga title during the 2013-14 campaign and added a second league title in the 2020-21 season. In addition to domestic success, he won the Supercopa de España in 2014, the UEFA Europa League in 2017-18 after defeating Olympique de Marseille, and the UEFA Super Cup in 2018 against Real Madrid.
International career with Uruguay
At the international level, José María Giménez represented Uruguay at the 2013 FIFA U-20 World Cup, where the team finished as the tournament runner-up behind France. He made his senior team debut in a 2014 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Colombia in September 2013. Shortly after, he was included in the final squad for the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil, stepping in for injured captain Diego Lugano during a victory against England.
Personal life and height
José María Giménez stands at a height of 185 centimeters. He became a naturalised citizen of Spain in July 2016, which freed up a non-European Union roster spot for his club. In June 2019, he married Regina Iafolla in a civil ceremony just before the Copa América. The couple has three sons together.
Birthday and age
José María Giménez was born on January 20, 1995, which makes José 31 years old today. That birthday falls under the Aquarius sign. José shares the date with 28 other famous people.
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