Luis Enrique Quick Info | |
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Height | 5 ft 11 in |
Weight | 73 kg |
Date of Birth | May 8, 1970 |
Zodiac Sign | Taurus |
Spouse | Elena Cullell |
Luis Enrique is a Spanish soccer manager and former professional soccer player who was renowned for his versatility in the field and excelled primarily in the midfield and as a forward for both Real Madrid C.F. and FC Barcelona. He finished his club career with 107 goals, a majority (73) of them coming for FC Barcelona, in the last part of his career. At the international level, he represented Spain at 3 FIFA World Cups (1994, 1998, 2002) and the UEFA Euro 1996. As a manager, he coached Barcelona B, Roma, and Celta Vigo from 2008 to 2014. However, his greatest glories were again reserved for FC Barcelona with whom he won the treble (La Liga, Copa del Rey, UEFA Champions League) in his very first season (2014-15) and the double (La Liga, Copa del Rey) in his second season (2015–16). He also coached FC Barcelona to the UEFA Super Cup in 2015, the FIFA Club World Cup in 2015, the Supercopa de España in 2016, and another Copa del Rey title in the 2016–17 season. Luis was appointed the head coach of the Spanish national team in July 2018, a position that he quit in June 2019 to look after his daughter who was battling a severe illness. He returned to the position in November 2019.
Born Name
Luis Enrique Martínez García
Nick Name
Lucho
Sun Sign
Taurus
Born Place
Gijón, Asturias, Spain
Residence
He splits his time between Gijón, Asturias, Spain, and Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain.
Nationality
Occupation
Soccer Manager, Former Professional Soccer Player
Family
- Others – Francesc Cullell (Father-in-Law) (Furrier)
Shirt Number
- 8, 21 – Spain
- 3, 7, 8, 9, 11, 14, 15, 16, 21 – Real Madrid C.F.
- 21 – FC Barcelona
Playing Positions
Midfielder, Forward
Build
Athletic
Height
5 ft 11 in or 180.5 cm
Weight
73 kg or 161 lbs
Girlfriend / Spouse
Luis has dated –
Race / Ethnicity
Hispanic
He is of Spanish descent.
Hair Color
Salt-and-Pepper
Eye Color
Light Brown
Sexual Orientation
Straight
Distinctive Features
- Toned physique
- Tousled hair
- Often sports a rugged beard
- Has tattoos on both his arms
Brand Endorsements
In his playing days, he was sponsored by the sports goods manufacturer Nike.
Luis Enrique Facts
Featured Image by Luis Enrique / Instagram
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