Early Years and Family History: Iker Casillas was born into a modest family in Móstoles, Madrid. His father, José Luis Casillas, was a civil servant in the Ministry of Education, and his mother, María del Carmen Fernández González, was a hairdresser. Iker showed an early interest in football and joined the youth ranks of Real Madrid at the age of 9. His early years were characterized by dedication and a passion for the sport.
Early Success:
- 2000: Won the UEFA Champions League with Real Madrid.
- 2001-2010: Established himself as one of the world’s best goalkeepers, winning multiple La Liga titles and another Champions League in 2002.
- 2008-2012: A golden period, winning Euro 2008, the 2010 World Cup, and Euro 2012 with the Spanish national team. Casillas captained the national team, earning recognition for his leadership and shot-stopping abilities.
Challenges and Hardships:
- 2012-2015: Faced competition and injuries, leading to a challenging period with Real Madrid. In 2013, he was controversially dropped by manager José Mourinho, which created a media frenzy.
- 2015: Left Real Madrid in a tearful farewell to join FC Porto. His departure marked the end of an era, and he had to adapt to a new league and environment.
Porto and Later Years:
- 2015-2019: Played for FC Porto, where he continued to perform at a high level, winning the Primeira Liga in 2018.
- 2019: Suffered a heart attack during training, which significantly impacted his career and led to his retirement from professional football in August 2020.
Personal Life and Post-Retirement: Casillas married Spanish sports journalist Sara Carbonero in 2016, and they have two children, Martín and Lucas. Despite their separation in 2021, they remain committed to co-parenting their children.
Post-retirement, Casillas has remained active in the football community, taking on roles such as a sports commentator and working with the Real Madrid Foundation. He has also been involved in various charitable activities and serves as an ambassador for several brands.
Real Name: Iker Casillas Fernández
Date of Birth: May 20, 1981
Birth Place: Móstoles, Madrid, Spain
Residence: Madrid, Spain
Profession: Professional Football Player (Goalkeeper, retired), Sports Commentator, and Ambassador
Nationality: Spanish
Religion: Roman Catholic
Partner: Sara Carbonero (separated in 2021)
Father: José Luis Casillas
Mother: María del Carmen Fernández González
Horoscope: Taurus
Age: 43 years (as of 2024)
Weight: Approx. 84 kg (185 lbs)
Height: 1.82 m (6 ft 0 in)
Body Type: Athletic
Eye Color: Brown
Hair Color: Dark Brown