Pablo Ibáñez

High school (ages 12+)
Sports & Games

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1. When was Pablo Ibáñez born?August 3, 1981
2. Where was Pablo Ibáñez born?Madrigueras, Spain
3. What is the primary playing role?Centre back
4. What is the total senior international appearances for spain?23 caps
5. What position did Pablo Ibáñez play in soccer?He was a centre back, a defender who protected his team's goal.
6. Which Spanish club did Pablo start his youth career with?He grew up in the youth system of Albacete, where he learned to defend.

Centre Back: A central defender in football, tasked with preventing opposition attacks and marking opposing forwards.
La Liga: Spain's premier professional football division, recognized globally for its high standard of play and iconic clubs.
Segunda División: The second-tier professional football league in Spain, serving as a pathway to La Liga.
Premier League: England's top-tier professional football league, widely regarded as one of the most competitive and popular leagues worldwide.