Football Biography

Marco Asensio

“Asensio”

Spanish · Palma, Spain · Born 21 January 1996

Winger / Attacking Midfielder

real madrid goals

286

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spain caps

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Gifted Spanish attacker whose stunning left foot produced spectacular goals during Real Madrid's Champions League-winning era.

Marco Asensio Willemsen was born in Palma, Mallorca, Spain on 21 January 1996. He came through Mallorca's academy before joining Real Madrid in 2015. His left foot produced some of the most spectacular goals in Champions League history, including a debut strike against Barcelona in the Super Cup. He won three Champions Leagues (2016, 2017, 2018), two La Liga titles and multiple trophies at Madrid, making 286 appearances and scoring 50 goals. A serious ACL injury in 2019 hampered his progress. He earned 36 caps for Spain. He joined PSG in 2023 on a free transfer.

Best Known For

Champions League 3x

He scored a stunning debut goal against Barcelona in the Super Cup, announcing himself on the world stage with a curling left-footed strike.

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Honours & Achievements

Career Honours

Champions League 3x
La Liga 2x
Super Cup 3x

Career Journey

Timeline

1996 👶 Born in Palma, Spain

🏟️ Mallorca

🏟️ Real Madrid

🏟️ PSG

🏟️ PSG (2023-2024)

🏆 Champions League 3x

🏆 La Liga 2x

🏆 Super Cup 3x

Real Madrid Goals	50
Apps	286
Spain Caps	36
Champions League	3

Club	Shirt No	Apps	Goals
Mallorca	#10	—	15
Real Madrid	#10	94	22
PSG	#10	141	39
PSG (2023-2024)	#17	166	80

Nationality	Spanish
Born	21 January 1996 (age 30)
Birth Place	Palma, Spain
Position	Winger / Attacking Midfielder
Clubs	Mallorca (2013-14), Real Madrid (2015-23), Espanyol (2014-15, loan), PSG (2023-present)
Est. Net Worth	$20m

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

5 common questions about Marco Asensio

How many Champions Leagues did Asensio win?

He won three Champions Leagues with Real Madrid in 2016, 2017 and 2018.

What was Asensio's debut goal?

He scored a stunning curling left-footed strike against Barcelona in the Super Cup.

What injury did Asensio suffer?

A serious ACL injury in 2019 sidelined him and affected his subsequent development.

How many Spain caps has Asensio earned?

He has earned 36 caps for Spain.

When was Marco Asensio born?

Marco Asensio was born on 21 January 1996 in Palma, Mallorca.

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