Born Name
Saúl Ñíguez Esclápez
Nick Name
Ñíguez
Sun Sign
Scorpio
Born Place
Elche, Spain
Nationality
Education
Saul’s educational background is not known.
Occupation
Professional Soccer Player
Family
- Father – Jose Antonio Niguez (Former Soccer Player)
- Mother – Unknown
- Siblings – Aaron Niguez (Older Brother) (Professional Soccer Player), Jonathan Niguez (Older Brother) (Professional Soccer Player)
Manager
Niguez is signed with FDF.
Position
Midfielder
Shirt Number
8
Build
Athletic
Height
6 ft 0½ in or 184 cm
Weight
76 kg or 167.5 lbs
Girlfriend / Spouse
Saul Niguez dated –
- Yaiza – Saul has been in a relationship with Yaiza.
Race / Ethnicity
White
Hair Color
Brown
Eye Color
Hazel
Sexual Orientation
Straight
Distinctive Features
- Short stubble beard
- Hazel eyes
- Tattoos
Measurements
Saul Niguez’s body specifications may be –
- Chest – 39 in or 99 cm
- Arms / Biceps – 14 in or 35.5 cm
- Waist – 30 in or 76 cm
Shoe Size
Saul’s shoe size is not known.
Brand Endorsements
Saul has not been seen in any TV advert yet.
However, he has been under contract with the well known sportswear brand Nike.
Religion
Catholicism
Best Known For
- Being a member of the Spanish club Atletico Madrid with whom he was able to reach the finals of the 2015-2016 Champions League season, eventually falling short of their biggest rivals Real Madrid.
- Also known for winning the Copa Del Rey trophy with Atletico Madrid.
First Soccer Match
Niguez had his debut for Atlético Madrid on March 8, 2012 in a UEFA Europa League match against Besiktas JK.
Saul made his La Liga debut on April 21, 2013 in a 1-0 victory over Sevilla FC.
Strengths
- Defensive contribution
- Aerial duels
- Holding on to the ball
- Tackling
- Blocking the ball
- Stealing the ball and ball interception
Weaknesses
Focus
First Film
Till date, Saul has not appeared in a theatrical movie yet.
First TV Show
Other than soccer matches itself, Niguez has not been seen in any other TV show.
Personal Trainer
Niguez’s personal trainer, workout and diet plan are not known.
Saul Niguez Favorite Things
Saul’s favorite things are unknown.
Saul Niguez Facts
- In 2008, Niguez shifted to Madrid. At the time, he was only 13 years old.
- He first began playing soccer at the youth team of Real Madrid.
- In the summer of 2011, Saul enrolled himself into the Atletico Madrid’s first team for a pre-season preparation.
- Saul was sent on a season-long loan to Rayo Vallecano on July 21, 2013.
- He appeared in a total of 47 matches for the youth national teams of Spain.
- He won the 2012 U-19 UEFA European Championship with Spain.
- Visit Saul’s official website @ academianiguez.com.
- Follow Niguez on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook.
