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Jess Manuel Corona Ruz is a Mexican footballer who now plays as a winger for Sevilla in La Liga and for the Mexican national team. Corona began his professional career with Monterrey in 2010, where he stayed for three years before heading abroad.
Early Life, Parents, and Education
On January 6, 1993, Jesus Corona was born in Hermosillo, Sonora, Mexico. His father, Narciso Corona, had a business in their community. He also played football in his mature life.
Corona first began to play football with his father, Narciso. His mother, Martha Elena Ruiz, was a staunch supporter of the family business.
Regarding his siblings, there isn’t a lot of information accessible. According to legend, Jesus did have a younger sister and an older brother. However, it needs to be fact-checked.
Jesus waited until he was old enough to leave his homeland. Corona loved to play football with his friends at the neighborhood park when he was younger. Regrettably, no information about his education or school is available.
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Career
Corona began auditioning for the Monterrey club at an early age.
Corona enrolled in the Monterrey academies in 2008. He was a regular there until 2010. After scoring back-to-back goals, the club’s senior squad invited him to play as a professional.
A career in the Club
On August 7, 2010, Jesus joined Club Monterrey’s senior team.
Manuel, on the other hand, failed to score a single goal that season. On October 7, 2011, he scored his first goal against the side Estudiantes. The match against Estudiantes ended in a 3-2 victory.
Corona debuted in the FIFA Club World Cup in 2012. Monterrey was up against Ulsan Hyundai and Al Ahly. They did not, however, move to the knockout stages.
Entrance into Europe
Corona decided to leave Monterrey after two years of service. He moved to Twente to play football for F.C. Twente.
Jesus signed a four-year contract with the club in 2013. His selection surprised his followers since it came out of nowhere.
Jesus played for F.C. Twente in the second tier. After only a few games, he was gravely injured.
On September 13, 2014, he returned to play against the Go Ahead Eagles after recovering from his injury. Jesus achieved a variety of records throughout that game by scoring goals and helping others.
F.C. Twente, on the other hand, decided after just two years to transfer to Corona in F.C. Porto. Corona sold for more than $14 million, a huge figure for a Mexican athlete.
International Career
Jesus Manuel hasn’t just played club football. He’s played for the U20, U23, and Senior Teams.
Corona was the lucky player that was chosen for the U20 team and won the cup. He was a Mexican winger who helped his country win the Milk Cup against Denmark in 2011.
In addition, he was a member of the U20 squad in 2012. Mexico won both the Milk Cup and the World Cup in 2012.
Corona’s luck did not stop there. He scored a goal against the US to help the U20 team win the 2013 CONCACAF U20 Championship.
Manuel was promoted to the U23 team in 2013. He competed in the Toulon Tournament. Corona was ultimately named to the Mexican senior squad in 2014. He made his debut against the Netherlands in 2014.
Carlos Vela scored after being assisted by him. Mexico won 3-2 in the encounter. Corona then went on to compete in the 2015 Copa America, Centenario Copa America, and CONCACAF Gold Cup.
He also took part in the 2018 FIFA World Cup.
In contrast, Corona was only utilized as a substitute for Mexico against Sweden and South Korea. He was unable to showcase his skills at the World Cup.
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Awards and Achievements
- 2012 Milk Cup Best player of the tournament.
- Milk Cup (2011, 2012).
- Player of the match against Venezuela.
- Best Player of Primeira Liga
- 2015 CONCACAF Gold Cup
- Best XI of Primeira Liga
- Best Player of the Season (2020)
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Goals
- Corona scored his first FIFA World Club Cup goal against the Japanese club Ulsan Hyundai in 2012.
- Jesus recorded his first goal and assisted in Europe in 2013 against Go Ahead Eagles.
- Corona scored the first-ever UEFA Champions League goal against Lokomotiv Moscow in 2018.
- His volley goal against Moreirense was declared as Premiera Liga goal of the season 2020.
- Corona scored three goals in four matches in the 2013 CONCACAF U20 Championship.
- He scored a tying goal against Venezuela in 2016 and was declared the best player of the match.
Salary and Net Worth
Jesus lives a wealthy lifestyle with his family. He earns more than the average Mexican.
He is paid by both F.C. Porto and the Mexican National Team. According to a sports publication, Corona earns $170,000 each month from F.C. Porto.
As a consequence, Jesus’ net worth is $2 million after gathering all of his possessions.
In addition, Nike has partnered with Corona. Every month, he is paid a predetermined sum of money.
Furthermore, he is the brand ambassador for Cuauhtemoc Moctezuma Brewery’s Tecatito beer, which he refers to as himself.
Personal Life
Jesus Manuel Corona was married to Gabriella Garcia, his longtime sweetheart. Despite the uncertainty of the wedding date, the couple has been together since 2013.
Corona first posted images of himself with Gabriella on Instagram in 2013. He then notified his followers that they were getting married soon.
The couple has been living a blissful life since their marriage. However, there were reports of a feud between Corona’s and Gabriella’s families. Famous analysts predict that the crisis will be resolved shortly.
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The couple is blessed with two children, a boy, and a girl. Their exact birth date is unclear.
However, Jesus and Gabriella celebrated their son’s fifth birthday in 2020, implying that he was born in 2015. Gabriella gave birth to a daughter last year as well.
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Height, Weight, and Body Measurements
Regarding his height, he is 5 feet 9 inches tall and weighs roughly around 70kg.
Social Media
Instagram: 602k Followers
Twitter: 46.9k Followers
FAQ’s
Where does Jesus Manuel Corona live?
Jesus currently lives in Portugal with his family. But he has a home in Sonora, Mexico.
When did Corona play the UEFA Champions League match?
Manuel Corona played his first UEFA Champions League match on October 4, 2014.
What is Jesus Manuel Corona’s jersey number 2021?
Jesus Manuel Corona wears jersey number #17 as a player of FC Porto.
What position is Jesus Manuel Corona?
Jesus Manuel Corona plays in the Winger/Right-back and forward position.
Quick Facts:
| Full Name | Jesus Manuel Corona |
| Birth Date | January 6, 1993 |
| Birth Place | Hermosillo, Sonora, Mexico |
| Nick Name | Jesus Manuel, Tecatito |
| Religion | Roman Catholicism |
| Nationality | Mexican |
| Ethnicity | Hispanic |
| Education | Primary Schooling from Hermosillo |
| Horoscope | Capricorn |
| Father’s Name | Narciso Corona |
| Mother’s Name | Martha Elena Ruiz |
| Siblings | Information Not Available |
| Age | 29 Years Old |
| Height | 5 feet 9 inches |
| Weight | 68-70 Kilograms |
| Hair Color | Dark Black |
| Eye Color | Light Black |
| Build | Athletic |
| Profession | Football Player |
| Professional Career Games | 291 Games |
| Active Years in Football | 10 Years |
| Sexual Orientation | Straight |
| Marital Status | Married |
| Wife’s name | Gabriela Garcia |
| Kids | Information Not Available |
| Net Worth | $2 Million |
| Social Media | Instagram, Twitter |
