Sergio Damián García Graña (born 15 July 2003) is a Uruguayan professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for UAE Pro League club Shabab Al Ahli.
Early life García was born one of eight children, and lost his father at the age of 15. His mother was a domestic worker, and his local neighbours hosted friendlies to raise money to support the family. He began playing football locally in Colonia Nicolich, before joining Peñarol's youth academy.
Club career García is a youth product of Peñarol, and was part of the side that won the 2022 U-20 Copa Libertadores. On 5 February 2023, he was named to Peñarol's senior side for the first time in a league match. On 10 March 2023, he extended his contract with Peñarol for three more years.https://twitter.com/mercadomanya/status/1634267682588508160
On 8 February 2025, García joined UAE Pro League club Shabab Al Ahli on a five-year contract.
International career On 3 January 2023, García was called up to the Uruguay U20s for the 2023 South American U-20 Championship. He played eight matches and scored one goal in the tournament, where they came in second and earned qualification into the 2023 FIFA U-20 World Cup. He returned to the Uruguay U20s for the U20 World Cup, and played seven games as they won the tournament over Italy U20.
Honours Peñarol Uruguayan Primera División: 2024
Uruguay U20 FIFA U-20 World Cup: 2023 South American U-20 Championship runner-up: 2023
Individual Uruguayan Primera División best young player: 2024 Uruguayan Primera División team of the season: 2024
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