Damián García


Sergio Damián García Graña is a Uruguayan professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for UAE Pro League club Shabab Al Ahli.
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Early life

García was born one of eight children, and lost his father at the age of 15. His mother was a domestic worker, and his local neighbours hosted friendlies to raise money to support the family. He began playing football locally in Colonia Nicolich, before joining Peñarol's youth academy.

Club career

García is a youth product of Peñarol, and was part of the side that won the 2022 U-20 Copa Libertadores. On 5 February 2023, he was named to Peñarol's senior side for the first time in a league match. On 10 March 2023, he extended his contract with Peñarol for three more years.
On 8 February 2025, García joined UAE Pro League club Shabab Al Ahli on a five-year contract.

International career

On 3 January 2023, García was called up to the Uruguay U20s for the 2023 South American U-20 Championship. He played eight matches and scored one goal in the tournament, where they came in second and earned qualification into the 2023 FIFA U-20 World Cup. He returned to the Uruguay U20s for the U20 World Cup, and played seven games as they won the tournament over Italy U20.

Honours

Peñarol
Uruguay U20
Individual