Pablo Armero is a Colombian former professional footballer born in 1986, known for his role as a left-back.
He began his professional career at América de Cali, where he won the 2008 Finalizacion title.
Armero was loaned to Palmeiras in 2009, where he became the first-choice left-back and scored his only goal for the club.
Биография
Early Life
Pablo Estífer Armero, born in 1986, is a Colombian former professional footballer known for his role as a left-back. He earned the nickname "Miñía" in Colombia, a term of endearment from his hometown, reflecting his roots and connection to his community.
Career
Armero began his professional career with América de Cali, where he made a significant impact, helping the team secure the 2008 Finalizacion title. His performances caught the attention of international clubs, leading to a loan to Sociedade Esportiva Palmeiras in 2009. At Palmeiras, he quickly became the first-choice left-back, showcasing his speed and crossing abilities, and scoring his only goal for the club in a match against Náutico.
In 2010, Armero signed with Udinese Calcio, where he adapted to a left wing-back role in a 3–5–2 formation, further developing his skills. His international career began in 2008 when he was called up to the Colombian national team, earning his first cap in a match against Venezuela. He became a key player for Colombia, scoring his first international goal in a 5–0 victory over Bolivia in 2013 and contributing to the team's success in the 2014 FIFA World Cup, where he scored in the opening match against Greece.
Armero's versatility on the field allowed him to play various positions, including as a box-to-box player, which enhanced his reputation in Italian football. He played for several clubs, including SSC Napoli, AC Milan, and West Ham United, before concluding his professional career.
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Галерея
Карьера и клубы
America de Cali
Armero made his professional debut with América de Cali, and he was part of the squad that won the 2008 Finalizacion title against Independiente Medellín.
Palmeiras
After his performance with Colombia, and having helped América win their 13th championship, Armero was loaned to Palmeiras, his agent Turbo Sports holding the registration rights through Poços de Caldas. He was signed in early 2009, and was the first choice for Palmeiras left-back position. He helped Palmeiras reach the São Paulo State Championship semi-finals before losing to Santos. He was noticed for his speed and crossing abilities and played many matches helping Palmeiras lead in the Brazilian Série A. His only goal for Palmeiras came in a 4–1 win against Náutico in July 2009. Having signed a pre-contract, Armero almost joined the Serie A side Parma in July 2010, but the deal collapsed on 3 July. Parma's lack of non-EU registration quota, reflected in the new ruling announced on 2 July, forced the contract to be terminated and obligated the club to pay a sum to the player. Instead, Parma signed Zé Eduardo. It was reported that Palmeiras bought 20% economic rights, (date unknown) and the non-dividable registration rights in June 2010. made Palmeiras would receive 20% transfer fee.
Udinese
On 28 August 2010, Udinese signed Armero. He became a left wingback ahead of Giovanni Pasquale in Udinese's 3–5–2 formation (or a 5–3–2 formation). That season Udinese finished…
Described as a "box-to-box player" ("tuttocampista," in Italian) in the media, Armero was known for his versatility, team–play, and work-rate, and is capable of playing in several midfield positions; he has been used as a left–sided midfielder, as an attacking midfielder, or as an offensive–minded central midfielder, known as the mezzala role, in Italian football jargon, and has even been used as a left-back.
Armero played for the Colombian under-17 team in the 2003 FIFA U-17 World Championship and was promoted to the senior team in 2008 for his form with América de Cali. He received his first cap in Colombia's 5–2 win over Venezuela and has won the spot of starting left-back for the national team. In March 2013, he scored his first goal for Colombia in a 5–0 victory over Bolivia. In June 2014, he was named in Colombia's squad for the 2014 FIFA World Cup finals. Armero scored Colombia's first goal in a 3–0 win against Greece in the team's opening group game.
- League
- Premier League
- Club
- SSC Napoli (2013–2014)
- Club
- Sociedade Esportiva Palmeiras (2009–2010)
- Club
- Udinese Calcio (2010–2013)
- Club
- América de Cali (2004–2008)
- Club
- AC Milan (2014–2015)
- Club
- Clube de Regatas do Flamengo (2015–2015)
- Club
- West Ham United F.C. (2014–2014)
- Club
- Udinese Calcio (2014–)
- Club
- Colombia men's national football team (2008–)
- National team
- Colombia
Клубы
Играл вместе с
Aaron CresswellWest Ham United F.C. · 2014
Aaron Wan-BissakaWest Ham United F.C. · 2024
Abdoulaye FayeWest Ham United F.C. · 2011–2012Abdul RazakWest Ham United F.C. · 2014–2014
Abel AguilarColombia men's national football team · 2004–2018
Abel AguilarUdinese Calcio · 2005–2010
Abel BalboUdinese Calcio · 1989–1993
Adalberto PeñarandaUdinese Calcio · 2015–2016
Adalberto PeñarandaUdinese Calcio · 2016–2017- Adalto Batista da SilvaSociedade Esportiva Palmeiras · 2002–2004
Adam BuksaUdinese Calcio · 2025
Adam MasinaUdinese Calcio · 2022
Архив
Паспорт
Идентификаторы и алиасы
Pablo Estífer Armero is a Colombian former professional footballer who played as a left-back. He is known in Colombia by the nickname "Miñía", reportedly after a phrase commonly used to call infants in his hometown.
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