SWOS 2016/2017
SWOS 2016/2017

MOISES MUNOZ
MOISES MUNOZ
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Number
#1
Nationality
Mexico
Team
CF AMERICA (Mexico)
Coach
IGNACIO AMBRIZ
Position
G (Goalkeeper)
Passing (P) Shooting (V) Heading (H) Tackling (T) Control (C) Speed (S) Finishing (F) Total Bargain Value
£700k

Moisés Muñoz

  • Full name: Moisés Alberto Muñoz Rodríguez
  • Date of birth: February 1, 1980
  • Place of birth: Aguililla, Michoacán, Mexico
  • Position: Goalkeeper
  • Nationality: Mexican

Club career (highlights)

  • Monarcas Morelia: Began his professional career with Morelia, making his debut in the late 1990s and spending several seasons there.
  • Club América: Most widely known for his time at Club América. Joined América initially on loan in 2011, later signing permanently. Became a club icon and served as captain. Famous for his leadership and crucial saves in big matches.
  • Cruz Azul: Played a season with Cruz Azul earlier in his career (on loan).
  • Other: Finished his playing career returning to Morelia (including the club’s later iterations) before retiring from professional play.

International career

  • Represented the Mexico national team as goalkeeper. Was part of several squads and earned caps across multiple years.
  • Participated in tournaments such as the CONCACAF Gold Cup and World Cup qualifying matches.

Notable moments

  • Remembered for a dramatic late-game header goal in the second leg of the 2013 Liga MX Clausura final playoff (Liga MX Apertura 2013), where his last-minute header for Club América sent the final to extra time — a rare and iconic moment for a goalkeeper.
  • Longtime leader and captain at Club América, widely respected by teammates and fans.

Retirement and post-playing

  • After retiring from professional play, Muñoz has been involved in media work, punditry, and football projects in Mexico (roles have varied over time).

Honors (selected)

  • Liga MX titles with Club América
  • Domestic cups and super cups with América and other clubs during his career

This is a concise summary of Moisés Muñoz's career and significance, especially for his time at Club América where he became a club legend.