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Ezequiel LavezziArgentine footballer, forward.
Date of Birth: 03.05.1985
Country:  Argentina |
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Professional Career
Ezequiel Lavezzi is an Argentine football player who plays as a forward for the French club Paris Saint-Germain and the Argentina national team. He gained the love of fans and recognition from football experts due to his speed, hard work, and style, which allowed him to break through the best defenses in the world.
He began his professional career in 2003 at Estudiantes (BA), an Argentine club. In just one year, he became the team's top scorer and one of the most successful rookies in the league. From his second season onwards, Lavezzi played for several legendary teams abroad, including Genoa, Napoli, and Paris Saint-Germain. In the latter, he became a key player, helping the team regain its position in the national league and become a threat on the international stage, alongside the best English and Italian clubs.
International Career
Lavezzi started playing for the Argentine youth national team in 2005 and was selected for the senior team in 2007. Despite not making the cut for the 2010 FIFA World Cup under coach Diego Maradona, he was included in the squad for the 2014 World Cup in Brazil. Lavezzi featured in all the team's matches, although his performance received criticism for its lack of effectiveness. Nevertheless, Argentina easily advanced from the group stage and embarked on a successful campaign towards becoming the champions.
Biography
Ezequiel Lavezzi was born on May 3, 1985, in Villa Gobernador Galvez, Argentina. He developed a passion for football from a young age and was a devoted fan of Rosario Central, a club he even played for and got a tattoo of on his back. As a teenager, Lavezzi attempted to sign a contract with Boca Juniors' youth team but ended up joining Rosario Central, where he spent eight seasons.
He made his professional debut at the age of 18 in 2003, playing for Estudiantes (BA) in Buenos Aires. However, European clubs became interested in him, and he moved to Genoa. He was later loaned to San Lorenzo in Argentina, where he became a key player in the attacking line. In his first season, Lavezzi appeared in 18 matches and scored eight goals, including one against the unstoppable champions, River Plate. His impressive performances earned him the nickname "la Bestia" (The Beast).
In 2007, Lavezzi transferred to Napoli, where he further developed his skills and gained international recognition. The transfer fee was €6 million, which was considered a smart investment as he became a star player capable of scoring incredible goals in unexpected moments. In his time at Napoli, Lavezzi appeared in over 150 matches and scored 38 goals.
