Here is everything you need to know about Argentina star Sergio Aguero ahead of the long-awaited Copa America Centenario
The 27-year old professional footballer is known for scoring incredible goals every season, as his talent and star quality are undeniable. Sergio Aguero has made a name for himself in the world of football and is expected to shine for his team Argentina at the Copa America Centenario in the United States. We take you through his profile.

About

Sergio Leonel Agüero or also known as "Kun" was born on 2 June 1988 in Buenos Aires, Argentina. The 5′ 8″ ace plays as a striker for Manchester City.

Club Career

Aguero started his professional career with Argentine outfit Independiente in 2003. He then joined Spanish giants Atletico Madrid in 2006 before moving to Manchester City in 2011. Here is a quick preview of his performance at club level:
 
2003-2006: Independiente – 38 apps, 19 goals
 
2006-2011: Atletico Madrid – 171 apps, 102 goals
 
2011-to date: Manchester City – 208 apps, 136 goals

Popularity

Aguero's fan base has been on the rise both on and off social media, especially after signing for England's elite club Manchester City and arising as the top goal scorer for his club in the 2013-2014 season netting 28 goals. Here is a preview of his social media profiles:
 
Facebook – 11.1 million fans
 
Instagram - 4.2 million followers
 
Twitter – 9.93 million followers

Style of play

As the youngest player to ever debut for his national team, Aguero is a natural goalscorer and playmaker. He is quick with the ball, has great vision, technical skills, and excellent dribbling abilities. The Manchester City ace is stronger with the right-foot and has the capacity to score power goals from long range distances. 
 

Career highlights

  • Won the South American Team of the Year in 2005
  • Won the FIFA U-20 World Cup in 2005 and 2007
  • Won the UEFA Intertoto Cup with Atletico Madrid in 2007
  • Won the FIFA Young Player of the Year in 2007
  • Won the FIFA U-20 World Cup Golden Shoe in 2007
  • Won the FIFA U-20 World Cup Golden Ball in 2007
  • Won the Tuttosport Golden Boy in 2007
  • Won La Liga Ibero-American Player of the Year in 2008
  • Won the Olympic Gold Medal in 2008
  • Won the UEFA Europa League with Atletico Madrid in 2010
  • Won the UEFA Super Cup: 2010 with Atletico Madrid in 2010
  • Won the FA Community Shield with Manchester City in 2012
  • Won the English Premier League with Manchester City in 2011-2012 and 2013-2014
  • Won the Premier League Golden Boot in his 2014-2015 season with Manchester City
  • Won the Football League Cup with Manchester City in 2013–14 and 2015–16

Aguero poses with the Premier League Golden Boot

Sergio-Aguero-Manchester-City

Did you know?

  • His nickname ‘Kun’ derives from a cartoon he watched as a young boy. His grandparents gave him this name, claiming he resembled the mischievous character ‘Kum Kum.’

  • At the age of 15, he became the youngest player to play in the Argentine First Division, breaking the record previously held by Diego Maradona

  • In his autobiography, Born To Rise, Aguero describes Lionel Messi as "a brother" to him

  • Before a game, as part of a pre-match ritual, Kun always rubs his hands together as he walks down the tunnel and out onto the pitch

  • In his debut season at Manchester City, he became the first ever player since Francis Lee to score 30 goals in a season

 

Match details, result and original broadcast info

Argentina 2 - 1 Chile

June 6, 2016 10:00pmLevi's Stadium (Santa Clara, California)

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Argentina 5 - 0 Panama

June 10, 2016 9:30pmSoldier Field (Chicago, Illinois)

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Argentina 3 - 0 Bolivia

June 14, 2016 10:00pmCenturyLink Field (Seattle, Washington)

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