Diego Roberto Godín Leal (Spanish pronunciation: [ˈdjeɣo ɣoˈðin]; born 16 February 1986 in Rosario) is a Uruguayan footballer who plays for Atlético Madrid in La Liga, as a central defender.
A fast and composed defender, he combines physical presence with an ability to play the ball comfortably from behind.
Godín started his professional career with C.A. Cerro at the age of 17. After his good performances, he was transferred to top division power...
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Diego Roberto Godín Leal (Spanish pronunciation: [ˈdjeɣo ɣoˈðin]; born 16 February 1986 in Rosario) is a Uruguayan footballer who plays for Atlético Madrid in La Liga, as a central defender.
A fast and composed defender, he combines physical presence with an ability to play the ball comfortably from behind.
Godín started his professional career with C.A. Cerro at the age of 17. After his good performances, he was transferred to top division powerhouse Club Nacional de Football, where he quickly became captain due to his maturity and professionalism.
In August 2007, Godín signed a five-year deal with La Liga side Villarreal CF, scoring in just his second game, a 2–3 away loss against CA Osasuna on 7 October, and participating with 24 matches in the club's best-league placement ever (second). He consolidated his starting position in the subsequent seasons, mostly partnering Argentine Gonzalo Rodríguez in the heart of the back four.
On 4 August 2010, after experiencing his best season at...
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