Early Life and Family History: Carles Puyol was born in the small town of La Pobla de Segur in Catalonia. His father, Josep Puyol, was a worker at a local factory, and his mother, Rosa Saforcada, worked as a housekeeper. Puyol also has an older brother named Josep.
Early Years and Hardships: Puyol’s passion for football began at a young age, playing in the fields of his hometown. Despite facing injuries early in his career, including a serious shoulder injury, his determination and resilience helped him push through these challenges.
Career Timeline
- Youth Career:
- Puyol started his football journey at the local club, La Pobla de Segur.
- In 1995, he joined FC Barcelona’s youth academy, La Masia.
- Professional Career:
- 1999: Puyol made his debut for FC Barcelona’s first team.
- 2003: Appointed as the captain of FC Barcelona.
- 2006: Won his first UEFA Champions League title with Barcelona.
- 2008: Part of the Spanish national team that won the UEFA Euro 2008.
- 2009: Captained Barcelona to a historic treble, winning La Liga, Copa del Rey, and the UEFA Champions League.
- 2010: Key player in Spain’s FIFA World Cup-winning team.
- 2011: Won another UEFA Champions League title with Barcelona.
- 2014: Announced his retirement from professional football.
Post-Retirement: After retiring, Puyol stayed connected to football, taking on roles such as an assistant to Barcelona’s sports management team and being involved in various charitable activities and football development programs.
Real Name: Carles Puyol Saforcada
Date of Birth: April 13, 1978
Birth Place: La Pobla de Segur, Lleida, Catalonia, Spain
Residence: Barcelona, Spain
Profession: Retired Professional Footballer, Football Executive
Nationality: Spanish
Religion: Christianity
Partner: Vanessa Lorenzo (Spanish model)
Children: Two daughters, Manuela and María
Father: Josep Puyol
Mother: Rosa Saforcada
Horoscope: Aries
Age: 46 (as of 2024)
Height: 1.78 meters (5 feet 10 inches)
Weight: 80 kg (176 lbs)
Body Type: Athletic
Eye Color: Brown
Hair Color: Brown, known for his distinctive long curly hair