Radamel Falcao: Man United forward Profile & Stats
Facebook X (Twitter) Blue Sky MUFCINFO.COM Instagram Account Munich Air Disaster MUFC Higher Lower by Player Goals
MUFC Logo

 

Portrait of Radamel Falcao

Radamel Falcao

Position: forward

Colombia Colombia flag

PWDLFA

HAN P W D L F A Diff Win%
H 15 13 1 1 38 11 +27 86.67
A 14 5 6 3 19 17 +2 35.71
TOTALS 29 18 7 4 57 28 +29 62.07

Name: Radamel Falcao Garcia Zarate
Birthdate: 10-02-1986
Age: 39
Birthplace: Santa Marta, Colombia
Height: 5' 10" (1.78m)
Weight: 11st 3lbs (71.2kg)
Years at Club: 2014-2015
Signing Info: Loaned from: AS Monaco, 01/09/2014
Previous Clubs: Lanceros Boyacá, River Plate, FC Porto, Atlético Madrid, AS Monaco
Debut: 14/09/2014 v Queens Park Rangers (H) 4-0 (Premiership)
Farewell: End of loan from AS Monaco, 24/05/2015
Passed Away:

Biography

Radamel Falcao, often referred to simply as "El Tigre," is one of the most prolific and feared strikers of his generation. Known for his exceptional finishing ability, strength, and predatory instincts in front of goal, Falcao enjoyed a glittering career playing for top clubs across Europe.

Falcao's breakthrough came at River Plate in Argentina, where he showcased his natural goal-scoring ability. He then made the move to FC Porto in 2009, where he cemented his reputation as a world-class striker. At Porto, Falcao became a goal-scoring machine, netting 41 goals in 51 league appearances and leading the club to multiple trophies, including the UEFA Europa League in 2011, where he was the tournament's top scorer.

Following his success at Porto, Falcao moved to Atlético Madrid in 2011, where he continued his phenomenal goal-scoring form. He led Atlético to a UEFA Super Cup and another Europa League title, solidifying his place among Europe's elite strikers. His extraordinary performances earned him a high-profile move to AS Monaco in 2013, where he continued to score regularly despite battling injuries.

During loan spells at Manchester United (2014-2015) and Chelsea (2015-2016), Falcao struggled to regain his top form due to recurring injuries, but he remained a respected figure in football for his resilience and talent.

In later years, Falcao regained some of his form with Monaco, leading the team to the Ligue 1 title in 2016-17. In 2021, he joined Rayo Vallecano, where he continues to compete in La Liga, adding valuable experience and leadership to the squad.

Strengths: Finishing: Falcao is renowned for his clinical finishing with both feet and his head. Inside the box, he has the instinct to capitalize on chances and is known for scoring in difficult situations.
Aerial Ability: Despite not being the tallest striker, Falcao is excellent in the air, often outjumping defenders and scoring headers with precision.
Composure: Under pressure, Falcao consistently shows calmness in front of goal, converting chances with great poise.
Movement: His intelligent positioning and movement in and around the box make him a constant threat to defenders.
International Career:
Falcao is Colombia's all-time leading goal scorer, with over 35 goals for the national team. He has represented Colombia at the FIFA World Cup and Copa América tournaments, becoming a national hero. His leadership and goal-scoring record have made him one of the greatest players in Colombian football history.

Summary:
Radamel Falcao's career is defined by his ability to score goals at the highest level, making him one of the most respected and feared strikers in world football during his prime. From his dominating performances in Europe with Porto and Atlético Madrid to his resilience following injuries, Falcao's legacy as one of football's elite goal-scorers remains intact. Even in the later stages of his career, he continues to be a valuable and experienced figure at Rayo Vallecano, contributing both on and off the pitch. Radamel Falcao became the 1st ever Colombian to play for MUFC.
 
League League Cup FA Cup Charity Shield European Cup Europa League Super Cup Cup Winners Cup Inter-cont Cup World Clubs Cup    
Season Goals Season Apps
No Season League Goals League Apps LC Goals LC Apps FAC Goals FAC Apps CS Goals CS Apps EC Goals EC Apps Europa Goals Europa Apps SC Goals SC Apps CWC Goals CWC Apps IC Goals IC Apps CWC Goals CWC Apps Season
Goals		 Season
Apps
1. 2014-2015 4 26 0 0 0 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 4 29
TOTALS 4 26 0 0 0 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 4 29

Detailed Match & Performance Charts

MUFC Player Goals MUFC Player Appearances MUFC Player Opponent Manager MUFC Player Club Manager
No Opponent Goals Appearances
1. Leicester City 1 1
2. Everton 1 1
3. Aston Villa 1 1
4. Stoke City 1 1
No Opponent Appearances Goals
1. Queens Park Rangers 2 0
2. Leicester City 2 1
3. West Ham United 2 0
4. Everton 2 1
5. West Bromwich Albion 2 0
6. Stoke City 2 1
7. Liverpool 2 0
8. Aston Villa 2 1
9. Tottenham Hotspur 2 0
10. Hull City 1 0
11. Newcastle United 1 0
12. Yeovil Town 1 0
13. Cambridge United 1 0
14. Burnley 1 0
15. Preston North End 1 0
16. Sunderland 1 0
17. Manchester City 1 0
18. Chelsea 1 0
19. Crystal Palace 1 0
20. Arsenal 1 0
No Opponent Manager No
1. Redknapp, Harry 2
2. Pearson, Nigel 2
3. Allardyce, Sam 2
4. Martinez, Roberto 2
5. Hughes, Mark 2
6. Rodgers, Brendan 2
7. Pardew, Alan 2
8. Pochettino, Mauricio 2
9. Irvine, Alan 1
10. Bruce, Steve 1
11. Lambert, Paul 1
12. Johnson, Gary 1
13. Money, Richard 1
14. Dyche, Sean 1
15. Grayson, Simon 1
16. Poyet, Gus 1
17. Sherwood, Tim 1
18. Pellegrini, Manuel 1
19. Mourinho, Jose 1
20. Pulis, Tony 1
21. Wenger, Arsene 1
No MUFC Managers Count
1. van Gaal, Louis 29
Stadiums Competition Opponents Opponent Nationality
No Stadium Count
1. Old Trafford 15
2. Abbey Stadium 1
3. Anfield 1
4. Boleyn Ground 1
5. Britannia Stadium, Stoke 1
6. Deepdale 1
7. Goodison Park 1
8. Huish Park 1
9. King Power Stadium 1
10. Loftus Road 1
11. Selhurst Park 1
12. Stamford Bridge 1
13. The Hawthorns 1
14. Villa Park 1
15. White Hart Lane 1
No Competition Count
1. Premiership 26
2. FA Cup 3
No Opponent Count
1. Queens Park Rangers 2
2. Leicester City 2
3. West Ham United 2
4. Everton 2
5. West Bromwich Albion 2
6. Stoke City 2
7. Liverpool 2
8. Aston Villa 2
9. Tottenham Hotspur 2
10. Hull City 1
11. Newcastle United 1
12. Yeovil Town 1
13. Cambridge United 1
14. Burnley 1
15. Preston North End 1
16. Sunderland 1
17. Manchester City 1
18. Chelsea 1
19. Crystal Palace 1
20. Arsenal 1
No Opponent Nationality Count
1. England 29
Roy Keane own goal v Real Madrid Old Trafford 2000 Cup Finals
No Date Opponent Competition Own Goals
Player has never scored an own goal against the club.
No Date Opponent WDL F-A Competition
Player never featured in a Cup Final.
Penalties scored for Manchester United Manchester United Hat-Tricks
No Date Opponents Competition Penaltys
Player has never scored a penalty for the club.
No Date Opponent Competition Goals
Player has never scored a hat-trick or better during a game.
 
Red Cards  
No Date Opponent Competition
Player has never been sent off during a match.
 

All Matches played
No Date Comp Opponent WDL F-A HAN Goal!! Scorers Opponent scorers
1. 14-09-2014 PL QPR W 4-0 H 0 Angel Di Maria 24', Ander Herrera 36', Wayne Rooney 44', Juan Mata 58'
2. 21-09-2014 PL Leicester City L 3-5 A 0 Robin van Persie 13', Angel Di Maria 16', Ander Herrera 57' Leonardo Ulloa 17', 83' (pen), David Nugent 62' (pen), Esteban Cambiasso 64', Jamie Vardy 79'
3. 27-09-2014 PL West Ham United W 2-1 H 0 Wayne Rooney 5', Robin van Persie 22' Diafra Sakho 37'
4. 05-10-2014 PL Everton W 2-1 H 1 Angel Di Maria 27', Radamel Falcao 62' Steven Naismith 55'
5. 20-10-2014 PL West Bromwich Albion D 2-2 A 0 Marouane Fellaini 48', Daley Blind 87' Stephane Sessegnon 8', Saido Berahino 66'
6. 29-11-2014 PL Hull City W 3-0 H 0 Chris Smalling 16', Wayne Rooney 42', Robin van Persie 66'
7. 02-12-2014 PL Stoke City W 2-1 H 0 Marouane Fellaini 21', Juan Mata 59' Steven N'Zonzi 39'
8. 14-12-2014 PL Liverpool W 3-0 H 0 Wayne Rooney 12', Juan Mata 40', Robin van Persie 71'
9. 20-12-2014 PL Aston Villa D 1-1 A 1 Radamel Falcao 53' Christian Benteke 18'
10. 26-12-2014 PL Newcastle United W 3-1 H 0 Wayne Rooney 23', 36', Robin van Persie 53' Papiss Cisse 87' (pen)
11. 28-12-2014 PL Tottenham Hotspur D 0-0 A 0
12. 01-01-2015 PL Stoke City D 1-1 A 1 Radamel Falcao 26' *Ryan Shawcross 2'
13. 04-01-2015 FAC Yeovil Town W 2-0 A 0 Ander Herrera 64', Angel Di Maria 90'
14. 17-01-2015 PL QPR W 2-0 A 0 Marouane Fellaini 58', James Wilson 90'+4
15. 23-01-2015 FAC Cambridge United D 0-0 A 0
16. 31-01-2015 PL Leicester City W 3-1 H 1 Robin van Persie 27', Radamel Falcao 32', Wes Morgan 44' (o.g.) Marcin Wasilewski 80'
17. 08-02-2015 PL West Ham United D 1-1 A 0 Daley Blind 90'+2 Cheikhou Kouyate 49'
18. 11-02-2015 PL Burnley W 3-1 H 0 Chris Smalling 6', 45', Robin van Persie 82' (pen) Danny Ings 12'
19. 16-02-2015 FAC Preston North End W 3-1 A 0 Ander Herrera 65', Marouane Fellaini 72', Wayne Rooney 88' (pen) Scott Laird 47'
20. 28-02-2015 PL Sunderland W 2-0 H 0 Wayne Rooney 66' (pen), 84'
21. 15-03-2015 PL Tottenham Hotspur W 3-0 H 0 Marouane Fellaini 9', Michael Carrick 19', Wayne Rooney 34'
22. 22-03-2015 PL Liverpool W 2-1 A 0 Juan Mata 14', 59' Daniel Sturridge 69'
23. 04-04-2015 PL Aston Villa W 3-1 H 0 Ander Herrera 43', 90'+2, Wayne Rooney 79' Christian Benteke 80'
24. 12-04-2015 PL Manchester City W 4-2 H 0 Ashley Young 14', Marouane Fellaini 27', Juan Mata 67', Chris Smalling 73' Sergio Aguero 8', 89'
25. 18-04-2015 PL Chelsea L 0-1 A 0 Eden Hazard 38'
26. 26-04-2015 PL Everton L 0-3 A 0 James McCarthy 5', John Stones 35', Kevin Mirallas 74'
27. 02-05-2015 PL West Bromwich Albion L 0-1 H 0 Jonas Olsson 63'
28. 09-05-2015 PL Crystal Palace W 2-1 A 0 Juan Mata 19' (pen), Marouane Fellaini 78' Jason Puncheon 56'
29. 17-05-2015 PL Arsenal D 1-1 H 0 Ander Herrera 30' Tyler Blackett 82' (o.g.)
 

About this site

 West Cumbria Reds Branch Flag  
MUFCINFO.com is not an official Manchester United website.
All pages are designed, maintained and copyright © Mark Graham.
Email: mufcinfo@sky.com