Chilean striker who played for several clubs, including Colo-Colo, and represented the national team in multiple international tournaments, scoring crucial goals in World Cup qualifiers.
Esteban Paredes, the Chilean footballer, is renowned for being the first player to win the Primera División de Chile top goalscorer award five times, and for holding the record for most league goals scored in Chilean first-tier tournaments history.
Throughout his illustrious career, Paredes played for several clubs, including Santiago Morning, Colo-Colo, and Coquimbo Unido, among others. His most notable achievement came in 2009, when he joined Colo-Colo on a three-year contract and helped the team win the Torneo Clausura. His impressive performance in the final against Universidad Católica, where he scored twice, solidified his position as a key player.
In 2019, Paredes surpassed Francisco Valdés' record, becoming the all-time top goalscorer of Chilean first-tier tournaments history, with a staggering 217 goals. He further solidified his position as a football icon by scoring 286 league goals throughout his career.
Paredes represented Chile in two World Cups, in 2010 and 2014, respectively, and at the 2011 Copa América. His international goals tally stands as a testament to his exceptional skill and dedication to the sport.
In February 2024, Paredes assumed the role of sport manager at Santiago Morning, the club where he began his playing career. He has also ventured into the world of television, co-hosting the cooking and talk show "Sabor a Gol" alongside chef Toms Olivera on TNT Sports Chile. Additionally, he is the face of the sport betting app "Juega en Linea".
Esteban Paredes' son, Esteban Paredes Lastra, followed in his father's footsteps, playing for Colo-Colo's youth ranks before moving to Palestino.
Through his remarkable career and achievements, Esteban Paredes has left an indelible mark on Chilean football, inspiring generations of footballers to come.
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