Michael Umaña
Michael Umaña is a retired Costa Rican footballer who gained fame for his pivotal role in the national team during the 2014 FIFA World Cup, where he scored a crucial penalty against Greece, helping Costa Rica reach the quarter-finals for the first time in history. His career includes significant contributions to various clubs in Costa Rica and abroad, and he is celebrated for his leadership and skill on the field.
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Recent news mentions
Michael Umaña was another Costa Rican player whose penalty was stopped by Tim Krul in the World Cup match.
El portero más ‘odiado’ por la afición de Costa Rica anuncia su retiro
Costa Rica· 2025-09-24
Michael Umaña scored the winning penalty that led Costa Rica to its historic victory over Greece in the 2014 World Cup.
Hoy le toca a usted cobrar el penal de UmañaCosta Rica· 2025-08-05
Michael Umaña is a former central defender for the Costa Rica national team who scored a penalty to help his country advance to the quarter-finals of the 2014 World Cup.
El verdadero clásico centroamericano y el recuerdo de Pinto
Honduras· 2025-05-12
Michael Umaña arrived in San Pedro Sula to play in the Liga de Veteranos.
Famoso bimundialista internacional llegó a San Pedro Sula, ¿el motivo ?Honduras· 2025-05-11Michael Umaña scored the fifth penalty against Greece, helping Costa Rica reach the quarter-finals of the World Cup.
El deporte rey de Costa Rica ahora es príncipe: Cómo está cambiando la afición al fútbolCosta Rica· 2025-03-23
