James rodriguez soccer player biography

James Rodríguez is a prime example of how promising young footballers can take full advantage of the game’s biggest stage and propel themselves into the realms of superstardom. A humble South American boy who rose through the game with hard work, determination and a raw talent that went on to capture the world’s imagination.

Early Years

James Rodriguez was born in the Columbian Municipality of Cúcuta – Norte de Santander and yet spent his childhood growing up in the city of Ibagué, Tolima.

He is the son of ex-footballer Wilson James Rodríguez Bedoya, who himself played for the Colombian under 20’s team in the mid-80’s and several local teams with which his boy would also eventually feature.

In 2001, Rodriguez found his way into Academia Tolimense de Fútbol at the age of ten and honed his skills there for just shy of four years.

Four years later the Colombian joined Envigado’s youth side, impressing the academy and within twelve months was offered the chance of promotion to th