Joao Rojas

Basic profile:

• Full name: Joao Jeferson Rojas López
• Nationality: Ecuadorian
• Date of birth: 21 February 1997
• Place of birth: Buena Fe, Los Ríos, Ecuador
• Position: Winger / Forward (primarily right wing)
• Preferred foot: Right

Club career highlights (focused on Cruz Azul):

• Cruz Azul — Joao Rojas joined Cruz Azul in Liga MX in 2024, signing from C.S. Emelec (Ecuador). At Cruz Azul he is used mainly as an attacking wide player, offering pace, dribbling and crossing from the right flank.
• Previous clubs: Youth and senior career included time at Clan Juvenil and C.S. Emelec in Ecuador, where he established himself before moving to Mexico.

International career:

• Rojas has represented the Ecuador national team at senior level, appearing in World Cup qualifiers and Copa América-related selections, contributing as a pacey option on the wing.

Playing style and strengths:

• Quick, direct winger with good dribbling and ability to beat defenders one-on-one.
• Creates chances with crosses and diagonal runs; also contributes with assists and occasional goals.
• Works hard defensively to press and track back when required.

Note: Club appearances, goals and current season statistics change frequently; for the latest match-by-match stats and squad number at Cruz Azul consult official club sources or up-to-date sports databases.