Alfredo Talavera

Full name: Alfredo Talavera Díaz

Date of birth: September 18, 1982

Place of birth: Aguascalientes, Aguascalientes, Mexico

Position: Goalkeeper

Club career (high-level):

• Deportivo Toluca F.C. — Talavera came through Toluca's system and made his professional debut with Toluca, where he spent the early and significant part of his career (mid-2000s through early 2010s), winning multiple domestic titles with the club.
• Jaguares de Chiapas (loan) — He had a loan spell at Chiapas (Jaguares) to gain playing time.
• UNAM Pumas (Club Universidad / Pumas UNAM) — Talavera joined Pumas ahead of the 2019 Apertura (officially signed in June/July 2019) and served as the club's first-choice goalkeeper for several seasons, bringing leadership and experience to the squad.
• Later career: After his time with Pumas, Talavera continued his professional career (including returns to Toluca and further moves), remaining active in Liga MX into the early 2020s.

International career:

• Talavera was called up regularly to the Mexico national team for several years, often competing for the starting goalkeeper spot. He was part of Mexico's squads in multiple CONCACAF Gold Cups and other tournaments.
• He was included in Mexico's squad for the 2017 FIFA Confederations Cup and for the 2018 FIFA World Cup (named in the preliminary and final squads at various times across cycles), serving as an experienced backup and occasionally starting in friendlies and regional competitions.

Style of play and reputation:

• Known for shot-stopping, command of the penalty area on crosses, and leadership qualities. Valued for experience and consistency, particularly in Liga MX.

Honors (selected):

• Multiple Liga MX titles with Toluca (during his earlier career)
• CONCACAF Gold Cup winner with Mexico (part of winning squads)

Notes: Alfredo Talavera is widely recognized in Mexican football circles for a long career at the top level of Liga MX and for his role with both club and country. Specific statistics (appearances, clean sheets) and exact timeline details can be provided on request.