Bio/Wiki
Full Name | Manuel Manolo Márquez Roca |
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Zodiac Sign | Virgo |
Hometown | Barcelona, Spain |
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Physical Stats & More
Height | 5' 11" (180 cm) |
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Eye Color | Hazel Grey |
Hair Color | Salt and Pepper |
Relationships & More
Marital Status | Married |
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Family
Children | Daughter - Carla Marquez |
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Career
Debut | 2002 with PB Anguera |
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Managerial Career |
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Favourites
Footballer | Messi |
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Football Club | FC Barcelona |
Social Media
https://www.instagram.com/manolomarquezr/ | |
https://x.com/2014_manel |
Some Lesser Known Facts
Manolo played for various clubs including CE Cerdanyola, Santfeliuenc FC, CF Montañesa, CD Granollers, FC Martinenc, UA Horta, CF Badalona and Penya Barcelonista Anguera during his playing career. | |
He hung up his playing boots at the age of 28. | |
He played a key role in guiding CF Badalona to the playoffs during his time at the club from 2010 to 2012. | |
He took charge of UD Las Palmas as manager on 3 July 2017, successfully promoting their B-team. | |
He faced a challenging period at the Croatian club NK Istra 1961, being sacked after a poor run of form. | |
In March 2020, he battled COVID-19 and recovered. | |
Manolo extended his contract with Hyderabad FC on 10 February 2021, leading them to their first Indian Super League title. | |
He joined FC Goa as head coach on 2 June 2023. | |
After Igor Stimac’s departure, he was appointed head coach of the Indian national football team on 20 July 2024. |