Player Details

Name

Jordi Alba

Height

5' 7"

Weight

148 lbs

Date of Birth

3.21.1989 (35)

Birthplace

L'Hospitalet de Llobregat, Spain

Position

Defender

Position Detail

Full Back

Preferred Side

Left

Footedness

Left

Roster Category

Senior

Player Category

International
Career Summary

CURRENT CLUB: Barcelona (Spain)

Jordi Alba is an attacking left back who loves to get forward in his team's attack and is adept at finishing the few chances he gets as evidenced by his goal in the final of the 2012 European Championships.

SPANISH NATIONAL TEAM

Alba had his breakout with the national team at the 2012 Euros, starting all six of their games. He made five starts for Spain at World Cup qualifying, scoring two goals, one each against Finland and Belarus.

CLUB CAREER

After his performance at the Euros, Alba was signed by Barcelon after spending three seasons with Valencia. He has appeared in 44 La Liga games over the last two seasons.