ROJIBLANCO’S FORWARD ALEJANDRO MORENO CALLED UP BY VENEZUELA
Moreno Will Join La Vinotinto for the 4th time this year
Carson, CA. (Thursday, November 3, 2011) – Chivas USA announced today that forward and 2011 Spirit of Chivas USA recipient Alejandro Moreno has been called up to the Venezuelan national team for upcoming FIFA World Cup qualifying matches.
Chivas USA General Manager, Jose Domene commented on Moreno’s call up: “We are very proud of our captain; he has had a great year for us (Chivas USA) and he’s had a great year with his national team, from the run they had at Copa America and now in World Cup Qualifiers. As our 2011 Spirit of Chivas award recipient he embodies our team’s core values and shows them on the field whether it’s with us (Chivas USA) or La Vinotinto. This is his fourth call up this year and he is very deserving of it, we are positive he is going to do great as always.”
Alejandro Moreno – Venezuelan National Team. This is Moreno’s forth call up this year with La Vinotinto. This is also the final round of FIFA qualifiers for 2011. This year has been stellar for Venezuela, as they have positioned themselves amongst the elite of South America. Venezuela’s all time record versus Columbia is 3-8-4 and against Bolivia 6-4-3.
Venezuela vs. Colombia – Barranquilla, Colombia Nov. 7, 2011*
Venezuela vs. Bolivia – San Cristobal, Venezuela Nov. 15, 2011*
*Both of these matches are part of the 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil™ Qualifiers.
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Alejandro Moreno Professional Numbers and Stats
About Chivas USA
Founded in 2004, Los Angeles-based Club Deportivo Chivas USA has achieved remarkable success in six full seasons in Major League Soccer. From 2006-2009, the Mexican-owned club qualified for the MLS Cup Playoffs in four consecutive seasons, to the delight of its passionate supporters. In addition, Chivas USA’s innovative grassroots programs demonstrate its deep commitment to the Southern California community, while the club’s youth teams and Soccer Academies offer unprecedented opportunities to the region’s best young talent. For more information on Chivas USA, please call 1-877-CHIVAS-1 or visit cdchivasusa.com.
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