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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.
Timeline
1980s
1989
Born in Cancún
Carlos Alberto Vela Garrido born in Cancún, Quintana Roo, Mexico.
personal2000s
2005
Arsenal Debut
Signs for Arsenal FC from Chivas youth system.
career2008
Joins Real Sociedad
Signs with Real Sociedad in Spain on loan, eventually making it permanent.
career2010s
2018
Joins LAFC
Signs as the first player for LAFC in MLS.
career2019
MLS MVP & Record
Wins MLS MVP after scoring a record 34 goals in a single season.
award
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