Enner Valencia, also known as Enner Remberto Valencia Lastra, is a well-known professional football player who plays as a forward for Fenerbahce in the Super Lig and is the captain of the Ecuador national team.
He shot to fame after scoring twice in the opening game of the FIFA World Cup 2022 between Ecuador and hosts Qatar on Sunday, November 20, 2022, at the Al Bayt Stadium.
Quick Facts
| Real Name | Enner Valencia |
| Nick Name | Enner |
| Date Of Birth | November 4, 1989 |
| Age | 33 years old |
| Birthplace | Esmeraldas, Ecuador |
| Nationality | Afro-Ecuadorian |
| Profession | Football player |
| Height | 5 feet 10 inches |
| Weight | 74 kg |
| Hair Color | Black |
| Eye color | Brown |
| Net Worth | $5 million |
Enner Valencia Age’s & Early Life
Valencia was born in Esmeraldas, Ecuador on November 4, 1989. He is 33 years old and of Ecuadorian nationality as of 2022. His zodiac sign is Scorpio, and he is of Afro-Ecuadorian origin, according to astrologers. He came from a destitute household and lived in squalor at the club’s Estadio George Capwell after arriving at Emelec. According to the source, he also has a sister, but the name and other facts about his sister and parents are unknown in the public.
Enner Valencia Height & Weight
Enner is 5 feet 10 inches tall and weighs around 74 kg. In addition to his dark skin, he has dark brown eyes and black hair. However, his precise physical dimensions are not yet accessible.
Enner Valencia’s Net Worth
How much is Enner Valencia’s net worth? Enner, the captain of Ecuador’s national team, has an estimated net worth of $5 million as of December 2023. His primary source of income is football, and as a professional player, his maximum market worth is €2.40 million.
Career
He was a member of Caribe Junior’s youth system before joining Emelec in 2008. He was a member of Emelec from 2008 until 2013. He scored 33 goals and appeared in 171 games while there. He was awarded the Copa Sudamericana Golden Boot in 2013. Following various reports surrounding Pahucha’s desire in Valencia, he reached a deal and moved in 2014. Along with Valencia, he signed a five-year contract for £12 million. They made their West Ham debut, losing 1-0 at home to Tottenham Hotspur. From 2014 to 2016, he appeared in 68 games and scored 10 goals for West Ham.
On August 31, 2016, he agreed to a season-long loan of £14.5 million. During his stint with Everton FC, he appeared in 23 games and scored three goals. On July 13, 2017, he signed a 4.2 million dollar contract with Tigres UANL. He played for three seasons, garnering 118 caps and scoring 34 goals. He made his Ecuador debut in a friendly match against Honduras. He appeared three times in the 2014 FIFA World Cup qualifying campaign. He was a member of the Brazil 2014 FIFA World Cup team, and made his FIFA World Cup debut in the team’s opening match against Switzerland at the Estádio Nacional Mané Garrincha in Brasilia, scoring with a header in a 2-1 defeat.
He will lead the Qatar FIFA World Cup in 2022. He scored a brace in the first half of Ecuador’s inaugural game against host country Qatar. Later, in the 16th minute, he broke the stalemate by converting a penalty that he had earned. In the end, the 33-year-old made it 2-0 in the World Cup opener.
Enner Valencia Wife & Marriage
Who is Enner Valencia’s wife? Enner Valencia and his long-term partner, Sharon Escobar, have a joyful marriage. His specific wedding date and other information are not yet revealed. They have three children together: Amelia, Annalia, and David. He was formerly married to Sinthyia Pinargote Chumo. Unfortunately, in October 2016, she served him with a warrant for unpaid child support. They are the parents of a girl called Beira.
