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Football Biography

Thiago Alcântara

“Thiago”

Spanish · San Pietro Vernotico, Italy · Born 11 April 1991

Midfielder
98
apps
7
bundesliga titles
46
spain caps
2020
champions league

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Magically elegant Spanish midfielder whose vision, passing and ball control were among the finest the game has ever seen.

Thiago Alcântara do Nascimento was born in San Pietro Vernotico, Italy on 11 April 1991 to Brazilian parents. He came through Barcelona's La Masia academy before joining Bayern Munich in 2013, where he won seven consecutive Bundesliga titles and the Champions League in 2020. He joined Liverpool in 2020 for £20 million and his ability to control the tempo of a match was extraordinary. Injuries limited his impact, but when fit, he was mesmerising. He won the FA Cup and League Cup with Liverpool. He earned 46 caps for Spain. His father Mazinho won the World Cup with Brazil in 1994.

Best Known For

Champions League 2020

His father Mazinho won the 1994 World Cup with Brazil, and his brother Rafinha also played professionally — making them one of football's most gifted families.

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Honours & Achievements

Career Honours

  • Champions League 2020
  • Bundesliga 7x
  • FA Cup 2022
  • League Cup 2022
Career Journey

Timeline

1991 👶 Born in San Pietro Vernotico, Italy
2024 🏁 Retired from professional sport
🏟️ Barcelona
🏟️ Bayern Munich
🏟️ Liverpool
🏆 Champions League 2020
🏆 Bundesliga 7x
🏆 FA Cup 2022
🏆 League Cup 2022
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

5 common questions about Thiago Alcântara

He won seven consecutive Bundesliga titles and the Champions League in 2020.

Yes, persistent injuries limited his availability at Liverpool, preventing him from showing his full ability consistently.

Yes, his father Mazinho won the 1994 World Cup with Brazil and his brother Rafinha also played professionally.

He earned 46 caps for Spain, having chosen to represent them over Brazil.

Thiago Alcântara was born on 11 April 1991 in San Pietro Vernotico, Italy.

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Career Timeline — Thiago Alcântara
1991
Born in San Pietro Vernotico, Italy
2024
Retired from professional sport
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Barcelona
Barcelona
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Bayern Munich
Bayern Munich
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Liverpool
Liverpool
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Champions League 2020
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Bundesliga 7x
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FA Cup 2022
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League Cup 2022