Koke is a Spanish soccer player who was born in 1992. He plays internationally as a midfielder for his team Spain and also plays for Atlético Madrid. He contested the 2018 FIFA Russia World Cup after being shortlisted by Julen Lopetegui, the manager of the Spanish side.

Born name

Jorge Resurrección Merodio

nickname

Immediately

Sun sign

Capricorn

Place of birth

Madrid, Spain

Residence

Madrid, Spain

nationality

training

Koke went to Atletico Madrid youth academy for his football education.

occupation

Professional soccer player

family

• Vater – Eugenio Resurrection
• mother – unknown
• Siblings – unknown

Manager

Koke is represented by Inaki Espizua.

Position

midfield player

Shirt Number

6 – Atletico Madrid

8 – Spain

Build

Athletic

Height

5 feet 9¼ inches or 176 cm

weight

74 kg

girlfriend/spouse

Koke has dated

1. Beatriz Espejel (2011-Present) – Koke started dating Beatriz Espejel (who has a diploma in physical education and foreign language teaching from the Complutense University of Madrid and Camilo José Cela University ) in 2011. After they were 7 years old, they got married in May 2018 in a romantic ceremony attended by a chosen few. They had kept the location and other details of their wedding secret to ensure the information was not released to the press.

race/ethnicity

Hispanic

He is of Spanish descent.

hair colour

dark brown

eye color

Hellbraun

sexual orientation

Just

distinguishing features

• prominent nose
• Square jaw line

brand promotion

Koke has signed an endorsement deal with Adidas . Under the terms of the deal, he must wear the cleats for his professional matches. He also supports the brand through his social media posts.

He has also done the promotional work for popular hair care brand Head & Shoulders.

Religion

His religious views are not known.

Known for

His successful stint with Madrid-based Spanish giants Atletico Madrid . He has won the La Liga title and several UEFA Europa League competitions.

First football game

In September 2009, Koke made his professional debut for Atletico Madrid in a La Liga game against FC Barcelona. He was sent as a second-half substitute in the 5-2 away loss.

In August 2013, he made his international debut for Spain in a 2–0 friendly against Ecuador. He came on as a Santi Cazorla substitute in the second half.

Strengthen

• creativity
• Vision
• exceed range
• physical presence
• versatility
• Technical ability
• persistence
• Strength
• long shots
• Working speed

weaknesses

• speed
• acceleration

first movie

He hasn’t starred in any movies before.

First TV show

Aside from broadcasting his soccer games, Koke has never appeared on any television programs.

Personal trainer

His exercise routine and diet plan are unknown.

Koke favorite things

• Role models – Xavi, Juninho and Andres Iniesta

Cooking Facts

1. At the age of 8 he moved to Atlético Madrid. Since breaking into the main squad, he has managed to establish himself as one of the team’s most important players.
2. In June 2014, he signed a five-year deal with his childhood club to stave off interest from well-known clubs like Manchester United and Barcelona.
3. In October 2016, he was sent off for the first time in his career when he received two yellow cards in his side’s 1-0 defeat by Sevilla.
4. At the end of the 2013/14 season, he was included in the La Liga Squad of the Season program in recognition of his excellence in midfield as he helped his side to their first league title in 18 years.
5. In 2018 he was included in the UEFA Europa League squad of the season. His team had won the competition by beating Olympique de Marseille 3–0 in the final.
6. In February 2011, he scored his first goal for Atletico Madrid after Diego Forlán’s 47th-minute header against Sevilla.
7. Follow him on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.