Carlos Vela

Carlos Vela

athlete Mexico

Carlos Vela is a retired Mexican professional soccer player, renowned for his illustrious 19-year career, predominantly spent in Major League Soccer (MLS) with Los Angeles FC (LAFC), where he became the all-time leader in goals and assists. Born on March 1, 1989, Vela began his career at Arsenal in the English Premier League before moving to Real Sociedad in Spain, where he further developed his skills. He is celebrated for winning the MLS Most Valuable Player award in 2019 and for helping LAFC secure the MLS Cup in 2022. Vela announced his retirement from professional soccer at the age of 35 but will continue with LAFC as an official ambassador, contributing to the club's growth and community engagement.

Born on Mar 01, 1989 (36 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
4 wks
Reach
63,943
Power
778$
Sentiment
6.80
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Costa Rica 15 6.80 0.90% +40% 5,094,118 63,943 $62,000 778$
Totals 15 5,094,118 63,943 $62,000 778$
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Recent Mentions

Costa Rica Costa Rica: Carlos Vela confirmed that Alajuelense negotiated successfully with Arsenal for Elián Quesada's transfer. 8

La Nación – main Costa Rican daily, est. 1946: Carlos Vela revela el negocio que hizo Alajuelense con el Arsenal

Costa Rica Costa Rica: Carlos Vela expressed great interest in Elián Quesada's incredible training at one of the best clubs in the world. 8

La Nación – main Costa Rican daily, est. 1946: Alajuelense anuncia fichaje de Elián Quesada

Costa Rica Costa Rica: Carlos Vela discusses his involvement with Liga Deportiva Alajuelense and expresses optimism about the team's potential. 8

La Nación – main Costa Rican daily, est. 1946: Carlos Vela: ‘Mentiría si digo que el club es un desastre’