Charles Aránguiz
Charles Aránguiz Sandoval (born 17 April 1989) is a Chilean professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Bundesliga club Bayer Leverkusen and the Chile national team.
Aránguiz began his career with Cobreloa, where he won the Chilean Primera División in 2012. He moved to Brazil in 2014, playing for Internacional and Grêmio. In 2015, he joined Bayer Leverkusen, where he has won the DFB-Pokal in 2019.
Aránguiz made his debut for the Chile national team in 2012. He was part of the team that won the 2015 Copa América and the 2016 Copa América Centenario. He has also represented Chile at the 2014 FIFA World Cup and the 2018 FIFA World Cup.
Aránguiz is known for his passing, vision, and ability to score goals from midfield. He has been praised for his work ethic and his leadership qualities.
Club career
Aránguiz began his career with Cobreloa, where he made his debut in 2006. He quickly became a regular starter for the club and helped them win the Chilean Primera División in 2012.
In 2014, Aránguiz moved to Brazil, where he played for Internacional and Grêmio. He was a key player for both clubs and helped them win the Campeonato Gaúcho in 2014 and 2015, respectively.
In 2015, Aránguiz joined Bayer Leverkusen. He quickly established himself as a key player for the club and helped them win the DFB-Pokal in 2019.
International career
Aránguiz made his debut for the Chile national team in 2012. He was part of the team that won the 2015 Copa América and the 2016 Copa América Centenario. He has also represented Chile at the 2014 FIFA World Cup and the 2018 FIFA World Cup.
Aránguiz is a versatile player who can play in a variety of midfield positions. He is known for his passing, vision, and ability to score goals from midfield. He has been praised for his work ethic and his leadership qualities.
Personal life
Aránguiz is married to Fernanda Viu. They have two daughters, Martina and Antonia.
Aránguiz is a devout Christian. He has said that his faith is very important to him and that it helps him to stay focused and motivated.
Honors
Club
- Cobreloa: Chilean Primera División (2012)
- Internacional: Campeonato Gaúcho (2014)
- Grêmio: Campeonato Gaúcho (2015)
- Bayer Leverkusen: DFB-Pokal (2019)
International
- Chile: Copa América (2015, 2016)
Individual
- Chilean Primera División Team of the Year: 2012
- Campeonato Brasileiro Série A Team of the Year: 2014
- Copa América Team of the Tournament: 2015, 2016
