José Zamora (footballer, born 1988)
A speedy Spanish winger who spent his entire career in his homeland's lower divisions, known for his pace and direct attacking play.
Born 1988 (age 38)·Spanish footballer·Birthday: August 20·Millennials
Biography
José Zamora's football life unfolded away from the bright lights of La Liga, in the competitive trenches of Spain's Segunda División B and Tercera División. As a winger, his game was built on velocity and the ability to take on defenders, providing width and crossing threat for his teams. He was a journeyman within the Spanish system, representing a handful of clubs where his specific skill set was valued. While the pinnacle of the domestic game remained out of reach, Zamora's career represents the vast majority of professional footballers—those who build solid, respectable careers providing essential services to their teams, forming the robust backbone of the national football structure.
Millennials
1981–1996
The first digital natives. Grew up with the internet, came of age during 9/11 and the 2008 crash. Highly educated, deeply indebted, slower to marry and buy houses. Redefined work, identity, and what it means to be an adult.
José was born in 1988, placing them squarely in the Millennials. The events that shaped this generation — the internet revolution, 9/11, and the 2008 financial crisis — shaped the world they entered and the choices available to them.
#1 When José Was Born
The biggest hits of 1988
#1 Movie
Rain Man
Best Picture
Rain Man
#1 TV Show
The Cosby Show
José's Life & Times
The world at every milestone
1988Born
Pan Am Flight 103 bombed over Lockerbie
Gas: $0.90/galHome: $74,800Min wage: $3.35/hrPresident: Ronald Reagan"Faith" — George MichaelBest Picture: Rain Man
1993Started school
European Union officially established
Gas: $1.11/galHome: $86,600Min wage: $4.25/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"I Will Always Love You" — Whitney HoustonBest Picture: Schindler's List
2001Became a teenager
September 11 attacks transform the world
Gas: $1.46/galHome: $126,400Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"Hanging by a Moment" — LifehouseBest Picture: A Beautiful Mind
2004Could drive
Indian Ocean tsunami kills over 230,000
Gas: $1.88/galHome: $157,300Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"Yeah!" — UsherBest Picture: Million Dollar Baby
2006Could vote
Twitter launches; Pluto reclassified as dwarf planet
Gas: $2.59/galHome: $174,700Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"Bad Day" — Daniel PowterBest Picture: The Departed
2009Turned 21
Michael Jackson dies; Bitcoin created
Gas: $2.35/galHome: $148,500Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Boom Boom Pow" — The Black Eyed PeasBest Picture: The Hurt Locker
2018Turned 30
Royal wedding of Harry and Meghan; Parkland shooting
Gas: $2.72/galHome: $211,800Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Donald Trump"God's Plan" — DrakeBest Picture: Green Book
2026Age 38 today
Gas: $3.91/galPresident: Donald Trump
Key Achievements
- Played professional football exclusively within the Spanish league system for the duration of his career.
- Made numerous appearances in the Segunda División B, Spain's former third tier.
- Established himself as a regular first-team player at clubs like UE Llagostera and CF Pobla de Mafumet.
Did You Know?
He shares his name with a former Honduran presidential candidate.
His primary position was as a right or left winger.
He played for the reserve team of Gimnàstic de Tarragona early in his career.
“My game is about speed and taking on my man to create chances.”
