History of Ansu Fati in Timeline

Ansu Fati is a professional footballer who plays as a forward or winger for FC Barcelona in La Liga. Born in Guinea-Bissau, he represents the Spain national team internationally. He is known for his speed, dribbling skills, and goal-scoring ability.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

1941: Vicenç Martínez's debut for Barcelona

In August 2019, Ansu Fati made his debut for Barcelona's first team, becoming the second-youngest player to do so, only 18 days older than Vicenç Martínez, who debuted in 1941.

March 1947: Alfonso Navarro scored in El Clásico

On October 24, Ansu Fati became the second youngest scorer in El Clásico at 17 years and 359 days, behind Alfonso Navarro who scored on March 30, 1947 at 17 years and 356 days.

October 2002: Ansu Fati Born

In October 2002, Anssumane Fati Vieira, known as Ansu Fati, was born. He is a professional footballer from Guinea-Bissau who plays as a forward or winger for La Liga club Barcelona and the Spain national team.

October 2002: Fati's Birth and Early Life

In October 2002, Ansu Fati was born in Bissau, Guinea-Bissau. He later moved to Seville with his family at the age of five.

2012: Joined Barcelona's La Masia

In 2012, at the age of ten, Ansu Fati joined Barcelona's La Masia academy, following in the footsteps of his brother.

2018: Ethan Ampadu's UEFA Nations League Record

In September 2020, Ansu Fati made his full international debut for Spain and scored his first goal. He also became the youngest player to start a match in the UEFA Nations League, breaking the previous record of Welsh player Ethan Ampadu in 2018.

July 2019: Signed First Professional Contract

In July 2019, Ansu Fati signed his first professional contract with Barcelona, with the deal extending until 2022.

August 2019: Scored First Professional Goal

In August 2019, at 16 years and 304 days, Ansu Fati scored his first professional goal in a 2–2 draw against Osasuna, becoming Barcelona's youngest-ever goalscorer and the third-youngest in La Liga history.

September 2019: Youngest Player to Score and Assist in La Liga Match

In September 2019, Ansu Fati became the youngest player in La Liga history to score and assist in the same match at the age of 16 years and 318 days, contributing to a 5–2 win against Valencia.

September 2019: Granted Spanish Citizenship

On September 20, 2019, Fati was granted Spanish citizenship, renouncing his Bissau-Guinean citizenship.

October 2019: Called Up to Spain Under-21 Team

In October 2019, Ansu Fati was called up to the Spain under-21 team following an injury to Carles Pérez.

2019: Interest from Royal Spanish Football Federation

In 2019, after his debut in La Liga, the Royal Spanish Football Federation showed interest in Ansu Fati, considering granting him citizenship to include him in the squad for the 2019 FIFA U-17 World Cup.

February 2020: Youngest Player to Score a Brace in La Liga

In February 2020, Ansu Fati became the youngest player to score a brace in La Liga, scoring both goals in Barcelona's 2–1 victory over Levante.

July 2020: 9000th Goal in Barça's History and Sent Off

In July 2020, Ansu Fati scored the 9,000th goal in Barcelona's history. However, on 9 July 2020, he was sent off in a match against Espanyol.

August 2020: First Call Up to Spain Squad

In August 2020, Ansu Fati received his first call up to the full Spain squad for the initial two matches of the 2020–21 UEFA Nations League.

September 2020: Full International Debut and First Goal

In September 2020, Ansu Fati made his full international debut for Spain and scored his first goal, becoming the national team's youngest-ever goalscorer at 17 years and 311 days.

September 2020: Promoted to First Team and La Liga Player of the Month

In September 2020, Ansu Fati was officially promoted to Barcelona's first team. Later that month, he was named La Liga Player of the Month.

February 2021: Father Founded A.F. Management SL.

On February 11, 2021, Ansu Fati's father, Bori Fati, founded a marketing agency called A.F. Management SL., which primarily deals with footballers' image rights.

August 2021: Returned to Training

In August 2021, Ansu Fati returned to training on the pitch after being out of action for nine months due to a knee injury.

2021: Recovery Start After Knee Injury

In November 2020, Fati suffered a knee injury, and after surgery, he began training after nine months ahead of the 2021–22 La Liga season.

January 2022: Suffered a Hamstring Injury

On January 20, 2022, Ansu Fati suffered a hamstring injury during a match against Athletic Bilbao in the Copa del Rey.

June 2022: Gavi beats Ansu Fati's records

In September 2020, Ansu Fati made his full international debut for Spain and scored his first goal. Both Ansu Fati's records were beaten by his teammate Gavi on June 5, 2022.

November 2022: Part of Spain's 2022 FIFA World Cup Squad

In November 2022, Ansu Fati was announced as part of Spain's 2022 FIFA World Cup squad, where he played two games as a substitute.

2022: Contract Deal Until 2022

In July 2019, Ansu Fati signed his first professional contract with Barcelona, with the deal extending until 2022.

September 2023: Joined Brighton & Hove Albion on Loan

In September 2023, Ansu Fati joined Premier League club Brighton & Hove Albion on a season-long loan deal. He scored his first goal for Brighton on 30 September against Aston Villa.