Mexican defender Rafael Márquez has forged a worldwide reputation for his suberb play with Barcelona in Spain. At the World Cup in Germany, Márquez figures to be one of the key pieces for Coach Lavolpe's game plan.
Name Rafael Márquez Álvarez Birth Feb. 13, 1979 in Zamora (MEX) Height 1.82 meters (5’ 10”) Weight 75 kilos (166 lbs.) Position Central defender Team Barcelona (SPA)
» Ball control » Strength » Consistent » Concentration » Passing ability » Good air game
» Atlas Guadalajara (MEX) » As Mónaco (FRA) » FC Barcelona (SPA)
Career Highlights
2003 CONCACAF Gold Cup - Champion 1999 Confederaciones Cup - Champion 1999-00 French League – Best Central Defender
