Playing position Years Team Weight 81 kg Current team Deportivo Cali | 200 Deportivo Cali Height 1.75 m Number 23 Position Midfielder | |
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Full name Álvaro José Domínguez Cabezas Date of birth (1981-06-10) June 10, 1981 (age 35) Place of birth El Cerrito, Valle del Cauca, Colombia | ||
Álvaro José Domínguez Cabezas (born June 10, 1981 in Colombia) is a former Colombian footballer.
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Club
Álvaro Domínguez, a native of the town of El Cerrito from the center of Valle del Cauca, began his career with Deportivo Cali in 2000. In 2002 he played on loan with Deportivo Pasto and with Atlético Huila. Upon returning to Cali, Domínguez became an important player for his team. In 2005 he helped Cali to capture the Finalización title. In 2007 he joined Swiss side FC Sion, where he was recognized for his sacrifice, long-distance shots and vision of the game. While with Sion he made 122 league appearances and scored 21 goals. During this period Domínguez was a key player in helping Sion to two Swiss Cup titles. In 2011 he left Sion and joined Turkish club Samsunspor on loan. At the end of the season he returned to his native Colombia signing with his first club Deportivo Cali.
International
He played for Colombia at the 2007 Copa America against Paraguay, as well as in friendlies before the tournament.