Career Timeline of Lucas Vázquez: Major Achievements and Milestones

How Lucas Vázquez built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.

Lucas Vázquez is a Spanish professional footballer known for his versatility. He primarily plays as a right-back or winger for Real Madrid in La Liga. He is known for his work rate, crossing ability, and tactical awareness. Vázquez has been a part of multiple title-winning squads with Real Madrid, including La Liga and Champions League titles, contributing consistently as a squad player throughout his career.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2007: Joined Real Madrid's youth system

In 2007, at the age of 16, Vázquez joined Real Madrid's youth system.

2010: Senior Debut with C-team

In 2010, Vázquez made his senior debut with Real Madrid's C-team.

February 2012: First goal for Real Madrid C

In February 2012, specifically on February 25, Lucas Vázquez scored his first goal for Real Madrid C in a 2–2 draw against La Roda.

August 2012: First appearance in the Segunda División

In August 2012, specifically on August 17, Vázquez made his first appearance in the Segunda División, playing six minutes in a 1–2 loss against Villarreal.

August 2014: Loan to Espanyol

In August 2014, specifically on August 19, Vázquez was loaned to Espanyol. He debuted in La Liga on August 30, coming on as a substitute in a 1–2 loss against Sevilla.

October 2014: First goal in Spanish top flight

In October 2014, specifically on October 5, Vázquez scored his first goal in the Spanish top flight in a 2–0 victory over Real Sociedad.

June 2015: Returned to Real Madrid

In June 2015, specifically on June 30, Real Madrid exercised their buyback clause, and Vázquez returned to the club.

December 2015: First goal for Real Madrid

In December 2015, specifically on December 30, Vázquez scored his first goal for Real Madrid in a match against Real Sociedad.

2015: First-team debut for Real Madrid

In 2015, Vázquez made his first-team debut for Real Madrid after a loan spell at Espanyol and has since played in over 200 matches, securing 16 major trophies.

May 2016: Named in provisional squad for Euro 2016

In May 2016, Vázquez was named in Vicente del Bosque's provisional squad for UEFA Euro 2016 in France and made it to the final list of 23.

October 2016: New contract with Real Madrid

In October 2016, specifically on October 26, Vázquez signed a new contract with Real Madrid, extending his stay until 2021.

2016: First league in five years

During the 2016-17 season, Lucas Vázquez appeared 33 times and scored twice, helping Real Madrid to its first league in five years. He added ten matches in the Champions League, scoring once in the group stage, as his team also conquered the latter tournament.

2016: Euro 2016

In 2016, Vázquez represented Spain at the Euro 2016.

2017: Third consecutive Champions League title

In the 2017–18 season, Vázquez made ten appearances during the Champions League and added one goal, when Real Madrid won their third consecutive and 13th overall title in the competition.