Football Files - Episode 76 – RAFAEL MARQUEZ

Rafael Marquez, born in Zamora, Spain, in 1979, began his football career with the Mexican Atlas Football Club, debuting at 17. He became the club's captain and made 77 league appearances. In 1999, he joined Monaco, winning the French league title in his first season. That year, he also shone in the under-20 FIFA World Cup and Copa America. Marquez moved to Barcelona, helping them secure a second-place finish and later win the Spanish league. Since debuting for Mexico in 1997, he has been pivotal in World Cup campaigns, playing in all 2002 matches and preparing for 2006.

Where did Rafael Marquez begin his professional football career?

• Mexican Atlas Football Club

• Monaco

• Real Madrid

• Barcelona

Which club did Marquez join in 1999, where he quickly found success?

• Barcelona

• Monaco

• Real Madrid

• Manchester United

In which international tournament did Marquez's team earn the title 'Team of the Tournament' in 1999?

• FIFA U-20 World Cup

• Copa America

• CONCACAF Gold Cup

• UEFA Champions League

How many times did Marquez appear in his first season with Barcelona?

• 30

• 21

• 15

• 25

Which World Cup did Marquez participate in as an essential player for Mexico?

• 2002

• 1998

• 2010

• 2014