Get to know Carlos Hermosillo: A brief bio of the Mexican footballer

Get to know Carlos Hermosillo: A brief bio of the Mexican footballer

Steve Njuguna
updated at January 16, 2024 at 4:04 PM

Carlos Hermosillo is a Mexican former professional football player and administrator. As of January 2024, he is the 5th all-time top goalscorer for the Mexico men's national soccer team with 34 goals. This article offers a glimpse into his life and his career achievements.

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Carlos Hermosillo attends a red carpet event in Los Angeles. Photo by Leon Bennett/WireImage
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Carlos is widely considered one of the best Mexican footballers of the 1980s and 90s. He mainly played in North America for Liga MX and MLS sides but also had a short stint in Belgium with Standard Liege. He was known for his flashy style of play and efficient finishing in front of goal.

Carlos Hermosillo's profile summary

Name

Carlos Manuel Hermosillo Goytortúa

Date of birth

24 August 1964

Place of birth

Cerro Azul, Veracruz, Mexico

Nationality

Mexican

Hair color

Black

Skin color

Brown

Listed height in feet

6 ft 2 in

Listed height in centimetres

188 cm

Profession

Professional footballer, Football administrator

Playing position

Forward

Career period

1983-2001

Teams played for

Amèrica

Standard Liège

Monterrey

Cruz Azul

Necaxa

LA Galaxy

Atlante

Guadalajara

National team appearances

90

National team goals

34

Marital status

Married

Spouse

Aida Gatica

Children

Three

Place of residence

Mexico City, Mexico

Social media

Instagram, Twitter

Net Worth

$2 million

How old is Carlos Hermosillo?

Carlos (aged 59 as of January 2024) was born on 24th August 1964. He was born in Cerro Azul, Veracruz, Mexico.

What is Carlos Hermosillo's net worth?

Carlos's net worth in January 2024 is estimated to be $ 2 million. This amount is derived from his wages as a professional career as well as his post-retirement work as a sports broadcaster.

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Hermosillo during a game for Mexico in 1997. Photo by Allsport UK
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Frequently asked questions

Hermosillo is a household name in Mexico and has a multitude of fans who support him. Many of them want to keep up to date with his current lifestyle. Here are some of the most popular questions:

1. What is Carlos Hermosillo's nickname?

Carlos Hermosillo is commonly known by the nickname "El Grandote de Cerro Azul," which translates to "The Big Guy from Cerro Azul." This nickname reflects both his physical stature and his place of birth, Cerro Azul, Veracruz, Mexico.

2. How many goals did Carlos Hermosillo score?

Carlos was prolific for all the clubs he played for, as well as for his national team. Here are Carlos Hermosillo's stats throughout his career:

Team

Appearances

Goals

América

178

78

Standard Liège

5

1

Monterrey

35

20

Cruz Azul

215

169

Necaxa

20

13

LA Galaxy

34

14

Atlante

16

7

Guadalajara

34

7

Mexico National Team

90

34

3. What is Carlos Hermosillo doing now?

After finishing his playing career in 2001, Hermosillo has been involved in football-related activities, including punditry and commentary. He has also been part of various initiatives to promote and develop football in Mexico. He also authored a book called “El Gol y la Vida” (The Goal and Life). He has also served as Mexico's minister of national sporting policy since 2006.

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Carlos at a media event while working for NBCU in 2017. Photo by Taylor Hill/FilmMagic
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4. Is Carlos Hermosillo married?

According to the LA Times, Carlos has a wife and three children. His wife's name is not known, but they have two daughters named Ana Sofia and Fer, and a son named Carlos.

Final word

Carlos Hermosillo, a distinguished figure in Mexican football, gained acclaim for his prolific goal-scoring prowess and leadership. As a striker for América, LA Galaxy, Club America and Cruz Azul, he made a lasting impact on North American football fans with his intelligence on the field. His enduring legacy as one of Mexico's premier goal-scorers and a symbol of dedication in the sport continues to resonate.

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Steve Njuguna
Steve Njuguna is a media professional with close to a decade of experience in the sports media industry. He has previously worked as a sports journalist with Bamba Sports TV, Vybez Radio and The Nairobian newspaper.