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Villa at 35: David's 35 Best Moments

David Villa turns 35 today and to celebrate, we’re looking back at 35 of the best moments of his life and career.

  1. The first moment! On December 3, 1981, David Villa is born in Tuilla, a small parish in Langreo, Asturias - a region in Northern Spain.
  2. In 2003, Villa married his childhood sweetheart Patricia Gonzalez with whom he has three children.
  3. 2000/01 – David makes his first-team debut for Sporting de Gijon where he scored 40 goals in 85 appearances.
  4. In 2003, Real Zaragoza sign David for approximately €3 million
  5. On April 25 2004, David scored all four goals for Zaragoza in a 4-4 draw with Sevilla.