Raúl González

Raúl González Blanco, commonly known as Raúl, is a Spanish professional footballer who is widely considered one of the greatest strikers in football history. Born on June 30, 1977, Raúl spent the majority of his playing career at Real Madrid, where he became the club's all-time leading goalscorer with 323 goals across all competitions. He made 741 appearances for the Spanish giants between 1994 and 2010, establishing himself as a legendary figure in the club's history. Internationally, Raúl earned 102 caps for the Spanish national team, scoring 44 goals and becoming a cornerstone of Spain's attacking play during a period of unprecedented success in international football. His technical skill, positioning, and consistency made him a model professional, and he was named to the FIFA 100 list of greatest living players. After leaving Real Madrid, Raúl played for Schalke 04, Al-Sadd, and New York Cosmos, extending his career into his forties. His legacy encompasses not just his remarkable goal-scoring record but his professionalism and influence on generations of Spanish footballers.