Fidel Escobar

Футболист

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ИИ

He scored an equalizer against Argentina during the 2015 FIFA U-20 World Cup.

Escobar won the MLS Supporters' Shield with New York Red Bulls in 2018.

Fidel Escobar is a professional footballer from Panama, known for his role as a defender.

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Биография

Early Life and Development

Fidel Escobar Mendieta was born in Panama City, where he began his football journey in the youth setup of San Francisco F.C. He made his senior debut at just 18 years old during the 2012–13 season, quickly establishing himself as a key player by making 14 starts and scoring his first goal in a match against Chorrillo on October 26, 2013.

Club Career

Escobar's impressive performances led him to join Sporting San Miguelito in 2014, where he continued to develop his skills, making 65 league appearances and scoring six goals over two and a half seasons. His talent caught the eye of European clubs, resulting in a loan to Sporting CP B in 2016. After a challenging period that included an attempt to terminate his contract, he returned to the team and contributed significantly in the second half of the season.

In 2017, Escobar signed with the New York Red Bulls, where he won the MLS Supporters' Shield in 2018. He also played for Red Bull New York II and had stints with Correcaminos UAT and Córdoba CF before joining AD Alcorcón in 2020. As of 2023, he plays as a centre-back for Liga FPD club Saprissa.

International Career

Escobar has been a vital part of the Panama national team since making his senior debut in 2015. He represented Panama at the 2015 FIFA U-20 World Cup, scoring an equalizer against Argentina. He was also part of the squad for the 2018 FIFA World Cup and played in all three matches during the tournament. Most recently, he was selected for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, marking his 100th international appearance against England on June 27, 2026. Escobar's contributions have helped Panama reach the finals of the CONCACAF Gold Cup and the Nations League, earning him a spot on the Best XI in the 2023 Gold Cup.

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Карьера и клубы

Career statistics

Club

As of 16 May 2026

International

As of match played 27 June 2026

International goals

Scores and results list Panama's goal tally first.

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Club career

San Francisco

Born in Panama City, Escobar graduated from San Francisco's youth setup, and made his senior debut during the 2012–13 campaign, aged only 18. During the next season he established himself as a first team regular making 14 starts and scoring one goal. On 26 October 2013, Escobar scored his first goal for Los Monjes in a 2–0 victory over Chorrillo.

Sporting San Miguelito

After impressing with San Francisco, Escobar was signed by Sporting San Miguelito for the 2014 Clausura season. He made 14 appearances scoring one goal in his first season at the club. On 16 March 2014, Escobar scored his first goal with San Miguelito in a 2–2 draw with Alianza. In his two and a half seasons with the club Escobar made 65 league appearances scoring six goals.

Sporting B (loan)

As a result of his impressive play with his club and at the Under-20 World Cup Escobar received the attention of European clubs. During July 2016, Escobar was sent on loan with an option to buy to Sporting Clube de Portugal's reserve side Sporting B. Escobar made his debut for Sporting B on 6 August 2016 playing the entire match in a 1–2 loss to Portimonense S.C. In January 2017, Escobar attempted to terminate his contract with Sporting in search of other opportunities and was threatened with legal action by the Portuguese side. Escobar eventually apologized to the club and was reinstated for the second half of the season. He made his return to the side on 15 April 2017,…

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International career

Escobar played at the 2015 FIFA U-20 World Cup in New Zealand. He made his debut in the competition on 30 May 2015 scoring an 84th-minute equalizer in a 2–2 draw against heavily favored side Argentina. Escobar made his senior debut for Panama on 8 February 2015 in a friendly match against the United States. In May 2018, he was named in Panama's preliminary 35-man squad for the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia, and played all three matches in an eventual group-stage exit. On 26 May 2026, he was selected in the 26-man squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. A month later, on 27 June, he featured in his 100th international match for Panama in the third group-stage match against England.

▸ Источник: Wikipedia