Biography
Who is Lucas Biglia?
Early career in Argentina
Lucas started his professional career with Argentinos Juniors in 2004. He signed his first contract that year. He scored against Godoy Cruz on June 21, 2004. He debuted on July 1, 2004, in a 2-1 win over Talleres. Argentinos Juniors won the play-offs 4-2 to reach the Argentine First Division. He scored a goal against Huracán on November 28, 2004. He left the club after 17 appearances.
In February 2005, Lucas Biglia joined Independiente. He moved after performing well at the South American U-20 Championship. He debuted on February 26, 2005, in a match against Lanús. He played 11 games in his first half season. He played every match during the following season.
Years at Anderlecht
Lucas moved to the Belgian club Anderlecht in July 2006. He signed a four year contract and wore the number five shirt. He debuted against K. Sint-Truidense. In January 2007, he won the Young Professional Footballer of the Year award. He scored his first goal via a penalty against FC Brussels. He made 46 appearances in his first season.
He helped the side win the Belgian Super Cup against Club Brugge. In the 2007-08 season, he won the Belgium Cup. He scored a European goal against BATE Borisov. He remained at the club despite interest from Barcelona and Inter Milan. In the 2009-10 season, he scored against Charleroi. He also scored in the Europa League against Athletic Bilbao and Hamburger SV. He dedicated the league title that year to his late father.
Italian teams and retirement
He spent four seasons playing for the Italian club Lazio. In 2017, Lucas Biglia moved to AC Milan. He played for the Rossoneri for three seasons. He left the Italian league in 2020. He then played in Turkey for Fatih Karagümrük. He finished his career at İstanbul Başakşehir. He retired from football in 2023.
International career
Lucas played for the Argentina national under-17 team. He won the 2005 FIFA World Youth title with the U20 squad. His first senior call-up occurred in 2011. He represented his country at two FIFA World Cups. He reached the final of the 2014 tournament.
He played in three Copa América tournaments. He won runners-up medals in 2015 and 2016. He retired from international football after the 2018 FIFA World Cup. He earned 58 caps and scored one goal for his nation.
Birthday and age
Lucas Biglia was born on January 30, 1986, which makes Lucas 40 years old today. That birthday falls under the Aquarius sign. Lucas shares the date with 27 other famous people.
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