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Richard GarciaAustralian footballer of Spanish descent
Date of Birth: 04.09.1981
Country:  Australia |
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Early Life and Career
Richard Garcia, also known as "Oz Garcia," was born in Australia to Spanish parents. His love for soccer began early, and he honed his skills playing for various local clubs.
Professional Debut
Garcia made his professional debut in 2004 with West Ham United. He later joined clubs such as Leyton Orient, Colchester United, and Hull City. In 2007, he signed a three-year contract with Hull City as a free agent under the Bosman ruling.
Triumphs with Hull City
Garcia played a crucial role in Hull City's promotion to the Premier League in the 2007-08 season. He made his memorable debut against Fulham in August 2008 and scored his first Premier League goal against Blackburn Rovers in a 1-1 draw the following weekend.
International Success
Garcia's Spanish heritage earned him the honor of becoming the first Hull City player to represent Australia at the World Cup in 2010. He has also been capped for the Australian national team and was a silver medalist at the 2011 Asian Cup.
Personal Life
Garcia is fluent in Spanish and a supporter of Real Madrid. He is close friends with former England international Michael Carrick.
