José María Giménez

José María Giménez, born on January twentieth, nineteen ninety-five, is a distinguished Uruguayan professional footballer renowned for his role as a centre-back. Currently, he showcases his talents at Atlético Madrid, a prominent club in La Liga, where he has established himself as a key player and leader, serving as the captain of the Uruguay national team.

Giménez began his professional journey with Danubio FC, where he honed his skills before making a significant move to Atlético Madrid. Over the course of more than a decade, he has made over three hundred fifty appearances for the club, contributing to their success and solidifying his reputation in the sport.

During his tenure at Atlético Madrid, Giménez has celebrated numerous achievements, including winning five major titles. Notably, he played a crucial role in securing the La Liga titles in the seasons of two thousand thirteen to fourteen and two thousand twenty to twenty-one, as well as the UEFA Europa League in the two thousand seventeen to eighteen season.

On the international stage, Giménez made his debut for the Uruguay national team in two thousand thirteen. Since then, he has proudly represented his country in three FIFA World Cups and five editions of the Copa América, showcasing his talent and dedication to the sport.