Carlos Ruiz

Carlos Ruiz

athlete Guatemala

Carlos Ruiz is a former professional footballer from Guatemala, widely regarded as the greatest goal scorer in the history of the national team. Known for his prolific scoring ability, Ruiz had a successful career both domestically and internationally, playing in major leagues such as Major League Soccer (MLS) in the United States. He has represented Guatemala in multiple international tournaments and is celebrated for his contributions to the sport in his country. Recently, he criticized the Guatemalan Football Federation (Fedefut) following the national team's disappointing elimination from the U17 World Cup qualifying tournament.

Born on Nov 15, 1979 (45 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
10,526
Power
48$
Sentiment
8.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Guatemala 1 8.00 0.06% +0% 17,915,568 10,526 $82,000 48$
Totals 1 17,915,568 10,526 $82,000 48$
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Recent Mentions

Guatemala Guatemala: Carlos 'el Pescado' Ruiz, máximo goleador histórico de Guatemala, ya generó expectativa en redes sociales con una publicación sobre su presencia en la Copa Oro. 8

Prensa Libre – major Guatemalan newspaper, est. 1951: Carlos Ruiz anticipa su presencia en la Copa Oro en los estadios donde jugará Guatemala

Guatemala Guatemala: Carlos Ruiz has expressed his discontent with the authorities of the Guatemalan Football Federation after the elimination of the U17 team from the path to the 2025 World Cup. 6

Prensa Libre – major Guatemalan newspaper, est. 1951: Carlos Ruiz le responde a Gerardo Paiz, después de que lo mandó a la cola para llegar a la Fedefut

Guatemala Guatemala: Carlos Ruiz has publicly criticized Gerardo Paiz and expressed his intention to take on a leadership role in the Fedefut. 4

Prensa Libre – major Guatemalan newspaper, est. 1951: "A hacer colita", la respuesta de Gerardo Paiz a Carlos Ruiz en su intención de ser presidente de la Fedefut

Bolivia Bolivia: Carlos Ruiz rejected the threats made by the government and assured that they will defend their members. 7

El Deber: Gobierno: Contrabandistas pagan hasta Bs 20 por kilo vivo de res en centros de remate

Guatemala Guatemala: Carlos Ruiz continues to be the main protagonist in the debate about the future of Guatemalan football. 7

Prensa Libre – major Guatemalan newspaper, est. 1951: Carlos Ruiz reacciona al apoyo masivo de los aficionados y advierte revelaciones sobre la Fedefut

Guatemala Guatemala: Carlos 'el Pescado' Ruiz has been a constant critic of the management of Guatemalan football and is considering a candidacy for the presidency of the Fedefut. 7

Prensa Libre – major Guatemalan newspaper, est. 1951: "Me apoyas si compito por la presidencia de la Fedefut", Carlos 'el Pescado' Ruiz realiza encuesta