Alejandro Palacios

Full name: Alejandro Palacios Torres

Common name / Nickname: Alejandro Palacios; commonly known as "Pikolin"

Nationality: Mexico

Position: Goalkeeper

Date of birth: February 11, 1976

Place of birth: Mexico City, Mexico

• Primary club: UNAM Pumas (Club Universidad Nacional)
• Career at UNAM Pumas: Palacios spent the vast majority of his professional career at Pumas, coming through the club’s system and serving many years as their first‑team goalkeeper. He was an important member of the squad during multiple championship campaigns and was a long‑time club stalwart.
• Senior career (high level): Debuted with UNAM in the late 1990s and remained with the club through the 2010s, later having brief spells away on loan or finishing his career after long service to Pumas. Exact season-by-season appearances vary by source.
• Honours with UNAM: Part of squads that won Liga MX titles (including Clausura 2004, Clausura 2009, Apertura 2004 variations depending on lineup and season records), as well as domestic cup and Campeón de Campeones honors in periods when Pumas were successful. (Specific honors and years can be detailed if needed.)
• International career: Called up to Mexico’s national team at points in his career and included in provisional squads; earned limited senior caps due to strong competition in the goalkeeper position. Also represented Mexico in domestic/regional tournaments and was involved in youth national setups earlier in his career.
• Playing style: Traditional goalkeeper known for shot‑stopping, commanding presence in the box, and leadership from the back. Respected for longevity and loyalty to his club.
• Retirement and later roles: After retiring from playing, Palacios has been linked with coaching and mentoring roles in goalkeeping, and has maintained a presence in Pumas’ community and alumni activities. Exact post‑retirement position can be specified if required.

Notes: If you want detailed statistics (total appearances, clean sheets, exact seasons, or a full list of honors and match records), I can provide those from reliable statistical sources and club records on request.