Rafa Marín, the young center back of Deportivo Alavés on loan from Real Madrid, has become one of the great revelations of LaLiga EA Sports this season. His defensive solidity, his tactical intelligence and his leadership on the pitch have attracted the attention of the press and fans, both of Alavés and the white club. With the more than possible departure of Nacho Fernández at the end of the season, there is speculation about a possible return of the young center back to the Santiago Bernabéu next season.
Below we leave you with a series of curiosities about Rafa Marín that perhaps you did not know:
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Rafa Marín has been at Real Madrid since he was 13 years old. He trained in the white youth team, climbing the ranks until reaching RM Castilla, where he established himself as one of the most outstanding defenders. He was already called up for some games, although without minutes, with Ancelotti in the 21/22 season
Despite his youth, Rafa Marín has already proven to be a natural leader. His calm character and his ability to organize the defense have made him a reference for his teammates, both on and off the field.
Before each game, Rafa Marín performs a curious ritual that helps him concentrate and enter the game with the right mentality. This ritual includes kissing a wooden stamp ten times, praying and putting on the shin guards giving them another ten kisses.
Football is Rafa Marín's great passion, but his family occupies a very important place in his life. Whenever she can, she finds time to be with her parents, siblings, and girlfriend.
Marín is characterized by his versatility in defense. He can play both as a left-footed center back and as a right-handed center back, easily adapting to the different needs of the team. His tactical intelligence and good reading of the game allow him to perform at a high level in both positions.
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