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Carlos Vela Mexican forward who became one of MLS's greatest players at Los Angeles FC, where he scored 34 goals in the 2019 season — setting the all-time single-season MLS scoring record. Previously developed at Arsenal and had stints at Real Sociedad, where he won the Copa del Rey. Known for his technical skill and cold finishing.
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Born in Cancún
Carlos Alberto Vela Garrido born in Cancún, Quintana Roo, Mexico.
personalArsenal Debut
Signs for Arsenal FC from Chivas youth system.
careerJoins Real Sociedad
Signs with Real Sociedad in Spain on loan, eventually making it permanent.
careerJoins LAFC
Signs as the first player for LAFC in MLS.
careerMLS MVP & Record
Wins MLS MVP after scoring a record 34 goals in a single season.
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