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Born on February 11, 1981, Aritz Aduriz is from San Sebastián, Gipuzkoa, Spain. Public records list Aritz Aduriz as an association football player. The age as of 2026 is 45. The listed height is 182 cm.
My Take
Aritz Aduriz is my favorite kind of football story: the late bloomer who peaked when most strikers fade. His loyalty to Athletic Bilbao, where he scored 172 goals across three spells, speaks to a player rooted in identity rather than chasing the biggest stage. Crossing a hundred La Liga goals and remaining lethal into his late thirties is remarkable, and bowing out by scoring on his final appearance is the stuff of legend. I find his career deeply reassuring, proof that patience, belief, and craft can outlast early hype and deliver the best years last.
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- Name (English)
- Aritz Aduriz
- Name (Japanese)
- アリツ・アドゥリス
- Reading
- ありつ・あどぅりす
- Born
- February 11, 1981 (age 45)
- Origin
- San Sebastián, Gipuzkoa, Spain
- Height
- 182 cm
- Occupation
- association football player
- Zodiac / Chinese zodiac
- Aquarius / Rooster
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Frequently asked questions
When was Aritz Aduriz born?
Aritz Aduriz was born on February 11, 1981 and is 45 years old.
Where is Aritz Aduriz from?
Aritz Aduriz is from San Sebastián, Gipuzkoa, Spain.
What does Aritz Aduriz do?
Aritz Aduriz works as association football player.
How tall is Aritz Aduriz?
Aritz Aduriz is 182 cm tall.
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