Daniel Muñoz
Colombia/D/
ColombiaPlayer Info
Daniel Muñoz has rapidly ascended to become one of Colombia's most prominent defensive exports, currently starring as a right-sided defender for Crystal Palace in the English Premier League. His blend of defensive solidity and explosive attacking contributions from wide areas has made him a fan favorite and a highly valued asset.
Muñoz's professional career began in Colombia with Atlético Nacional, where he developed into a dynamic right-back. His performances there earned him a move to Europe, first to Belgian side KRC Genk. It was in Belgium where Muñoz truly flourished, becoming a league champion and an integral part of a successful team, known for his marauding runs and crucial goals, including several in European competition. His outstanding form prompted Crystal Palace to secure his services in 2024, where he has adapted impressively to the physical demands of the Premier League.
His honors are significant, including a Belgian Pro League title and a Belgian Super Cup with Genk. Individually, he was named in the Belgian Pro League Team of the Season and has become a regular starter for the Colombian national team. Nicknamed for his relentless energy, Muñoz is celebrated for his overlapping runs, powerful shooting, and tenacious defending. He now stands as a modern, complete full-back, essential for both club and country.
Overview
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Strengths
Weaknesses
Transfer History
2024/01/29
Racing Genk
Crystal Palace8000000€
Transfer
2020/06/30
Atletico Nacional MedellinRacing Genk4500000€
Transfer
2019/06/30
Aguilas DoradasAtletico Nacional MedellinSigned
Matches
Competition
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Round
Home
VS
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Statistics
Colombia
JPN Kirin Challenge Cup2023
Matches
Games Played
1
Games Started
1
Minutes Per Game
90
Offensive Data
Goals(PK)
0
Assists
-
Scoring Freguency(Minutes)
-
Shots Per Game
1
Accurate Passes Per Game
32
Key Passes Per Game
0
Accurate Long Balls Per Game
1
Accurate Crosses Per Game
0
Success Dribbles Per Game
0
Defense Data
Tackles Per Game
2
Interceptions Per Game
4
Clearances Per Game
2
Block Shots Per Game
-
Other Data
Yellow Cards
0
Yellow-Red
-
Red Cards
0
Turnovers Per Game
-
Fouls Per Game
0
Be Fouled Per Game
2