Biography
Luis Alberto Suárez Diaz (born 24 January 1987) is a Uruguayan professional footballer who plays as a forward for Grêmio, the Campeonato Brasileiro Série A club, and the Uruguay national team.
He excels at both finishing inside and outside the box, is comfortable on the ball, has strong heading ability and exceptional passing skills.
Luis Suarez is widely regarded as one of the greatest players of his generation and one of the most iconic strikers in football history.
Uruguayan football player
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| Full name: | Luis Alberto Suarez Diaz |
| Stage name: | Luis Suarez |
| Born: | January 24, 1987 (age 37) |
| Place of birth: | Salto, Uruguay |
| Nationality: | Uruguayan |
| Education: | Muskegon Community College |
| Height: | 1.82 meters |
| Parents: | Rodolfo Suarez, Sandra Diaz |
| Siblings: | Paolo Suárez, Giovanna Suarez, Maximiliano Suárez, Leticia Suárez, Facundo Suárez, Diego Suárez |
| Couple: | Sofia Balbi (married 2009) |
| Boyfriend • Partner: | Do not have |
| The children: | Lautaro Suárez, Delfina Suárez, Benjamin Suárez |
| Job: | Football player |
| Net worth: | $75 million |
Early life and education
Luis Suárez, a famous Uruguayan professional footballer, was born on January 24, 1987 in the small town of Salto.
Born into a family of seven children, Luis Suárez’s father, Rodolfo Suárez, a former footballer, and his mother, Sandra Díaz, Luis faced the challenges of poverty while growing up in a modest neighborhood. Alongside him were his siblings, Paolo Suárez, Giovanna Suárez, Maximiliano Suárez, Leticia Suárez, Diego Suárez and Facundo Suárez.
He did not pursue any formal college education beyond his time at Muskegon Community College And Orchard View Secondary School. Despite not attending any prestigious university or college, Luis Suárez’s talent and determination have helped him succeed in his career.
Career
Luis Suárez began his career at Nacional in Uruguay before moving to Groningen, Netherlands, in 2006. In 2007, he moved to Ajax, where he won the Eredivisie and KNVB Cup in the 2010–11 season. He joined Liverpool in the Premier League in 2011, winning the Golden Boot in the 2013–14 season. In 2014, he joined Barcelona, winning four La Liga titles, four Copa del Rey titles and the UEFA Champions League in 2015. He joined Atlético Madrid in 2020, where he won the La Liga title in his rookie season.
Luis Suárez has enjoyed great success on the international stage with the Uruguayan national team. He was a key player in their Copa América triumphs in 2011 and 2021, demonstrating his immense talent and contribution to the team’s success. Furthermore, Suárez holds the impressive record of being Uruguay’s all-time top scorer, scoring an incredible 68 goals in 132 appearances. His remarkable achievements on the international stage cement his status as one of the greatest Uruguayan footballers of all time.
After reaching a pre-agreement with his boyhood club Nacional, Luis Suárez confirmed on 26 July 2022 that he would join them on a free transfer. His return to the club was officially announced the following day. Suárez made his second debut on 2 August in a Copa Sudamericana match against Atlético Goianiense, where Nacional suffered a 1–0 defeat at Parque Central. Four days later, he scored the final goal in their 3–0 home league win over Rentistas.
Luis Suárez was named Man of the Match in the Champions League final on 31 October. He played a key role in his team’s 4–1 win over Liverpool, scoring two goals. His outstanding performance helped Nacional become champions of the Uruguayan Primera División in 2022. Suárez contributed eight goals and three assists in 14 league matches throughout the season.
Awards & Nominations
- 2013–14, 2015–16 2x European Golden Shoe
- 2009–10 1x Eredivisie Golden Boot
- 2013–14 1x Premier League Golden Boot
- 2015–16 1x Pichichi Cup
- 2010 1x FIFA World Cup Silver Boot
- 1x Copa América 2011 Golden Boot
- 1x Copa América 2011 Best Player
- 2015 1x FIFA Club World Cup Golden Boot
- 2014–15 1x UEFA Champions League Top Scorer
- 2013–14, 2014–15, 2015–16, 2018–19, 2020–21 5x La Liga champions
- 2014–15, 2015–16, 2017–18, 2020–21 4-time Copa del Rey champions
- 2014–15 1 time UEFA Champions League winner
- 2015 1 time FIFA Club World Cup champion
Social media
- Instagram: @luissuarez9
- Twitter: @LuisSuarez9
- Facebook: Luis Suarez
- TikTok: @luissuarez9
Personal life
Luis Suárez, 37, a famous professional soccer player, has married his childhood sweetheart, Sofia Balbi. Their love story began when they were 15 years old, and their relationship has only grown stronger.
They took their commitment to the next level in 2009 when they got married in a beautiful ceremony. This wonderful couple has three beautiful children: Delfina Suárez, born in 2010; Benjamin Suárez, born in 2013; and Lautaro Suárez, born in 2018. Their journey together illustrates the power of love and their commitment to raising a wonderful family.
Net worth
Luis Suárez, a renowned professional soccer player, boasts an impressive net worth of around $75 million. This considerable fortune comes primarily from his lucrative soccer career. Currently playing for Atlético Madrid in Spain, Suárez earns an annual salary of $8.5 million.
However, his income continues to flow, as he has also amassed a significant income through endorsement partnerships with respected brands such as Adidas, Puma and Pepsi. Such lucrative deals have undoubtedly contributed to Suárez’s financial success and further cemented his status as one of the richest footballers in the world.
