Iker Casillas: A Legendary Goalkeeper
Iker Casillas, a renowned Spanish football player, boasts a substantial net worth of $40 million. As the goalkeeper and captain for both the Spanish national team and FC Porto, Casillas has had an illustrious career.
Career Highlights
Casillas began his football journey with Real Madrid's youth system, La Fabrica, during the 1990-91 season. His exceptional skills were evident early on, and at just 16, he was called up to the first team during the Champions League. Although he did not debut immediately, his talent soon shone through.
Youngest Goalkeeper in Champions League Final
In 2000, Casillas made history by becoming the youngest goalkeeper to play in a Champions League final. Just four days after his 19th birthday, Real Madrid triumphed over Valencia, marking a significant milestone in his career.
International Success and Accolades
Casillas captained the Spanish team to victory in the 2008 European Championship, their first in 44 years. Spain's success continued under his leadership, winning their first World Cup, where Casillas received the Golden Glove, also known as the Yashin Award.
He led Spain to another European Championship win in 2012, further cementing his legacy with numerous accolades. His remarkable achievements include being nominated for the European Footballer of the Year award in 2008, finishing fourth overall, and being voted into the UEFA Team of the Year for six consecutive years from 2007 to 2012.
Record-Breaking Captain
Casillas is one of the few captains in football history to lift the World Cup, the European Cup, and the European Championship Cup under his leadership. In 2011, he was part of a select group of players who won all major club and national championship titles.
Sponsorships and Endorsements
In January 2012, Casillas signed a sponsorship deal with Adidas, ending his long-standing association with Reebok, which began in 2004. He now wears Adidas Response goalkeeping gloves and Predator football boots.
Personal Life
Iker Casillas has been in a long-term relationship with model Sara Carbonero. The couple has a son named Martin.
