Yendrick Ruiz facts for kids
Ruiz with Herediano in 2015
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| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Full name | Yendrick Alberto Ruiz González | ||
| Date of birth | 4 December 1987 | ||
| Place of birth | San José, Costa Rica | ||
| Height | 1.85 m (6 ft 1 in) | ||
| Playing position | Forward | ||
| Club information | |||
| Current club | Herediano | ||
| Number | 7 | ||
| Youth career | |||
| 2006–2008 | Alajuelense | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps† | (Gls)† |
| 2008–2009 | Alajuelense | ||
| 2010 | Brujas | 3 | (0) |
| 2010 | Alajuela Junior | ||
| 2011 | Puntarenas | 36 | (13) |
| 2012–2019 | Herediano | 165 | (71) |
| 2015 | → Pune City (loan) | 9 | (0) |
| 2017 | → Chiangmai (loan) | 21 | (7) |
| 2019 | Oriente Petrolero | 15 | (3) |
| 2020– | Herediano | 81 | (26) |
| National team‡ | |||
| 2013– | Costa Rica | 6 | (0) |
† Appearances (Goals). |
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Yendrick Alberto Ruiz González was born in San José, Costa Rica, on April 12, 1987. He is a professional football player from Costa Rica. Yendrick plays as a forward for the club Herediano in Liga FPD. He is also the younger brother of another famous footballer, Bryan Ruiz.
Yendrick first played for his country, Costa Rica, in an international game on May 28, 2013. This was a friendly match against the team from Canada.
Yendrick Ruiz's Football Achievements
Yendrick Ruiz has won many important awards and titles during his career. These include team championships and individual awards for his great playing skills.
Team Success with Herediano
Yendrick has been a very important player for his club, Herediano. He helped them win the top Costa Rican football league, Liga FPD, several times.
- Liga FPD Championships:
- Clausura 2013
- Clausura 2015
- Clausura 2016
- Apertura 2018
- Apertura 2019
He also helped Herediano win the CONCACAF League in 2018. This is a big competition for clubs in North, Central America, and the Caribbean.
Individual Awards and Recognition
Yendrick has also received special awards just for himself, showing how good he is as a player.
- Top Scorer in Liga FPD:
- 2014–15 Invierno
- 2015–16 Verano
- 2016–17 Invierno
- CONCACAF League Awards (2018):
- Golden Ball: This award is given to the best player in the tournament.
- Golden Boot (Shared): This award is for the player who scores the most goals. Yendrick shared this award with another player.
