Javier Hernández Balcázar, widely known as “Chicharito,” is a Mexican professional footballer born on June 1, 1988, in Guadalajara, Mexico. He plays as a forward and is renowned for his goal-scoring abilities. Throughout his career, Chicharito has played for several prestigious clubs, including Manchester United, Real Madrid, Bayer Leverkusen, West Ham United, and Sevilla.
In January 2024, he returned to his boyhood club, Deportivo Guadalajara (Chivas), where he continues to make significant contributions.
Internationally, Chicharito is Mexico’s all-time top scorer, having represented his country in multiple FIFA World Cup tournaments and other international competitions. Notably, he has scored in the Champions League, Europa League, Copa Libertadores, and Concacaf Champions Cup, placing him alongside André-Pierre Gignac as one of the few players to achieve this feat.
In February 2025, Chicharito ended a 342-day goal drought by scoring in a Concacaf Champions Cup match against Cibao, marking a significant moment in his return to Chivas.
As of March 2025, Chicharito continues to be an influential figure in Mexican football, balancing his professional commitments with an active presence on social media, where he engages with millions of followers.