Carlos Tevez emerged from the Ciudadela district of Argentina to establish a career as a highly mobile forward across South American and European leagues. His transition from youth football to the global stage was marked by significant trophy hauls at Boca Juniors, Manchester United, and Juventus, eventually leading to a post-playing transition into professional management.
Early Development and Boca Juniors
Born on 5 February 1984, Tevez was raised in the Fuerte Apache neighbourhood, earning his distinctive nickname. He began his professional career with Boca Juniors in 2001, quickly becoming a central figure in the squad. His tenure at the club included victories in the 2003 Copa Libertadores and the 2003 Intercontinental Cup. During these years, he secured the South American Footballer of the Year award three consecutive times from 2003 to 2005.
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Tevez moved to Brazil to join Corinthians in 2005, where he won the Bola de Ouro. His arrival in England with West Ham United in 2006 preceded a controversial tenure at Manchester United, where he helped the team secure two Premier League titles and a UEFA Champions League trophy. In 2009, he moved to Manchester City, earning the Premier League Golden Boot in 2011. He later spent time at Juventus in Italy, where he was named Serie A Footballer of the Year in 2015, before completing his playing career with stints at Shanghai Shenhua and a final return to Boca Juniors.
International Representation
Tevez debuted for the Argentina national team in 2004, the same year he secured a gold medal at the Summer Olympics, where he also claimed the Golden Boot. Throughout his international career, he earned 76 caps and scored 13 goals. He represented his country in two FIFA World Cup tournaments and four Copa América competitions. He officially retired from professional football in June 2022.
Fast facts
- Born: 1984, Ciudadela, Argentina
- Primary Positions: Striker, Winger, Attacking Midfielder
- South American Footballer of the Year: 2003, 2004, 2005
- Premier League Golden Boot: 2011
- Serie A Footballer of the Year: 2015
- International Caps: 76
- Professional Retirement: June 2022
Questions readers ask
What major trophies did Tevez win with Manchester United?
He won six trophies with the club, including two Premier League titles and one UEFA Champions League.
How many times was Tevez named South American Footballer of the Year?
He received the award three consecutive times in 2003, 2004, and 2005.
