Joe Gallardo (soccer)

Joe Gallardo (born January 1, 1998) is an American professional soccer player who plays as a forward for Queretaro FC in the Liga MX. He is of Mexican American descent which makes him eligiable to play for the US National Team as well as the Mexican National Team.[1]

Joe Gallardo
Personal information
Full name Joe Gallardo
Date of birth (1998-01-01) January 1, 1998
Place of birth San Diego, California, U.S.
Height 5 ft 10 in (1.78 m)
Position(s) Forward
Club information
Current team
 Querétaro
Number 24
Youth career
2012–2016 Monterrey
2016–2017 Orlando City
Senior career*
Years Team Apps (Gls)
2017 Orlando City B 7 (0)
2018 SIMA Águilas 2 (0)
2019 Richmond Kickers 25 (6)
2020 Real Monarchs 1 (0)
2021– Querétaro 3 (0)
National team‡
2013–2015 United States U17 19 (14)
2016 United States U19
* Senior club appearances and goals counted for the domestic league only and correct as of January 30, 2021
‡ National team caps and goals correct as of July 19, 2016

Career

Gallardo was acquired by Orlando City B on January 25, 2017 after previously spending time with Monterrey's youth team.[2][3] Gallardo was named to the USL League One All-League First Team.

On December 5, 2019, Gallardo was transferred to USL Championship club Real Monarchs for an undisclosed transfer fee.[4][5]

During the 2020 winter transfer window, Gallardo became a top target for multiple clubs in Mexico's top-flight. Eventually, Liga MX side Queretaro FC was able to secure the striker's signature on a multi-year contract. He is expected to make his debut during the Guardianes 2021 tournament.[6]

References
  1. "Is FIFA protecting or impeding Mexican-American players?". socceramerica.com. Soccer America. April 14, 2016. Retrieved May 29, 2020.
  2. "Pro Prospects: Monterrey signs YNT striker - Club Soccer - Youth Soccer". topdrawersoccer.com. Advanced Sports Media. December 5, 2012. Retrieved May 29, 2020.
  3. "Orlando City B Signs Academy Product Joe Gallardo". orlandocitysc.com. Orlando City SC. January 25, 2017. Retrieved May 29, 2020.
  4. "Kickers Transfer Gallardo to Real Monarchs SLC". richmondkickers.com. Richmond Kickers. December 5, 2019. Retrieved May 29, 2020.
  5. "Real Monarchs SLC Signs Joe Gallardo from Richmond Kickers". rsl.com. Real Monarchs. December 5, 2019. Retrieved May 29, 2020.
  6. https://www.record.com.mx/futbol-liga-mx-queretaro/queretaro-joe-gallardo-es-nuevo-jugador-de-los-gallos-blancos


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