Orlando Suárez
Spanish footballer (born 1972)
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Orlando Suárez Azofra (born 21 November 1972) is a Spanish former footballer who played as a forward.[1]
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Full name | Orlando Suárez Azofra | ||
| Date of birth | 21 November 1979 | ||
| Place of birth | Las Palmas, Spain | ||
| Position | Striker | ||
| Youth career | |||
| Las Palmas | |||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
| 1989–2003 | Las Palmas | 341 | (83) |
| 2003–2005 | Universidad de Las Palmas | 34 | (4) |
| International career | |||
| Canary Islands | |||
| * Club domestic league appearances and goals | |||
Early life
As a youth player, Suárez joined the youth academy of Spanish side Las Palmas.[2]
Club career
Suárez debuted for Spanish side Las Palmas at the age of sixteen.[3] At the age of seventeen, he became the club's youngest goalscorer.[4] He was known for forming an attacking trio with Chili and Eloy Jiménez.[5] He helped the club earn promotion from the Spanish third tier to the Spanish La Liga.[6] He is regarded as one of the most important players in club history.[7]
International career
Suárez played for the Canary Islands autonomous football team. Previously, he represented Spain at youth international level.[8]
Post-playing career
After retiring from professional football, Suárez was involved in local politics.[9]
Style of play
Suárez mainly operated as a striker and was known for his speed.[9]
