Juan Pablo Vargas
Puebla/D/
Costa RicaPlayer Info
Juan Pablo Vargas is a commanding Costa Rican central defender currently playing for Liga MX club Puebla, known for his aerial prowess and physical presence. The 30-year-old defender, born on June 6, 1995, stands at an imposing 192 cm and weighs 88 kg, making him a formidable figure in both penalty areas. Vargas began his professional career in his native Costa Rica before making a significant move to Colombian giants Millonarios, where he established himself as a reliable and tough-tackling center-back. His performances there earned him a transfer to Puebla in Mexico, a step up that highlighted his career progression. His key career stats include numerous appearances in the Copa Libertadores and consistent call-ups to the Costa Rican national team, for whom he has been a defensive mainstay in World Cup qualifying campaigns. His main honors include domestic cup triumphs in Colombia and being a part of Costa Rica's squad for major international tournaments. Known for his leadership and composure under pressure, Vargas is a classic no-nonsense defender whose strength and positioning make him a difficult opponent for any striker.
Overview
Honors
Main Position
Strengths
Weaknesses
Transfer History
2025/12/31
Millonarios
PueblaSigned
2020/12/31
CS HeredianoMillonariosSigned
2020/12/30
MillonariosCS HeredianoLoan Ended
2020/01/02
CS HeredianoMillonarios72000€
Loan
2019/12/30
Deportes TolimaCS HeredianoLoan Ended
2018/07/31
CS HeredianoDeportes TolimaLoan
Matches
Competition
Time
Round
Home
VS
Away
HT
Rating
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Statistics
Puebla
MEX Liga MX2025-2026
Matches
Games Played
6
Games Started
6
Minutes Per Game
540
Offensive Data
Goals(PK)
1
Assists
-
Scoring Freguency(Minutes)
-
Shots Per Game
1
Accurate Passes Per Game
148
Key Passes Per Game
4
Accurate Long Balls Per Game
16
Accurate Crosses Per Game
0
Success Dribbles Per Game
0
Defense Data
Tackles Per Game
4
Interceptions Per Game
6
Clearances Per Game
45
Block Shots Per Game
-
Other Data
Yellow Cards
0
Yellow-Red
-
Red Cards
0
Turnovers Per Game
-
Fouls Per Game
3
Be Fouled Per Game
0