TOP 5 Moments of Manuel Sol with Guadalajara | OneFootball

Today, ‘Manolo’ celebrates another trip around the sun! A champion with Guadalajara, Manuel Sol wore the Rebaño jersey for eight years and, thanks to his dedication and commitment during that time, earned a very special place in the hearts of the Rojiblanca Nation.

To join in the celebration of his 53rd birthday, we bring you the TOP 5 best moments of Manuel Sol with the team he loves.‘Manolo’s’ first training session with Guadalajara

Manuel joined Guadalajara in the Invierno 2001, and from his very first training session, he recognized the greatness of the club. He recalled the experience in an interview: “From the very first day, I realized what Chivas means, because more people would come to watch me train with Guadalajara than had attended the matches I played before.”The GOLAZO against Atlante

‘Manolo’ is also remembered for the great goals he scored wearing the Guadalajara jersey. One of them came in Matchday 3 of the Apertura 2005, when the Rebaño faced Atlante in an intense match.

That day, the Potros took a two-goal lead, but Guadalajara fought back with goals from Héctor Reynoso and Alejandro Vela. With the match seemingly headed for a draw, Manuel Sol stepped up with a spectacular curling shot from the edge of the box to complete the comeback and seal the Rebaño’s victory.

The Miracle of the Centenary

One of Manuel Sol’s most memorable chapters with Chivas came in the Clausura 2006, during the historic ‘Miracle of the Centenary.’ The midfielder was part of the starting XI that produced one of the most epic comebacks in Rebaño history against Jaguares, on a night that remains etched in the memory of the Rojiblanca Nation—just one day before Guadalajara celebrated 100 years of history.

A historic night against Boca Juniors

The 2005 Copa Libertadores also holds a special chapter for Manuel Sol. The midfielder started in the historic 4-0 victory over Boca Juniors at Estadio Jalisco, a night in which Chivas delivered one of the most dominant international performances in club history.

Apertura 2006 Champion

‘Manolo’ was also part of the squad that won the Apertura 2006 title, a championship that cemented his name in Guadalajara’s history. Under the guidance of José Manuel ‘Chepo’ de la Torre, Sol brought his experience to a team that lifted the trophy and once again put the Rebaño at the top of Mexican soccer.

For all these unforgettable memories, today we celebrate ‘Manolo’ with great affection and recognize the lasting mark he left on Guadalajara. Happy birthday, ‘Manolo’! The entire Chivahermanos family wishes you an amazing day!