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Happy Birthday David Villa: Top 10 performances by the Spanish legend

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UEFA Champions League Final 2011

Villa played a crucial role for Barcelona, scoring in the final against Manchester United, helping his team secure the Champions League title.

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Career Total Goals

Villa's overall goal-scoring record throughout his career is impressive, making him one of the highest-scoring Spanish players in history.

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Barcelona's Historic Treble (2008-09)

Villa was an integral part of Barcelona's squad that won the La Liga, Copa del Rey, and UEFA Champions League in the 2008-09 season.

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Euro 2008

Villa played a key role in Spain's triumph at Euro 2008, finishing as the tournament's top scorer and earning the Golden Boot.

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100th International Cap

Villa earned his 100th cap for the Spanish national team in 2013, marking a significant milestone in his international career.

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Copa del Rey Final 2007

While playing for Valencia, Villa scored twice in the Copa del Rey final against Getafe, helping his team secure a 3-1 victory.

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Atletico Madrid Spell

Villa had a successful stint with Atletico Madrid, contributing to the team's La Liga triumph in the 2013-14 season.

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New York City FC Debut (2015)

Villa joined MLS side New York City FC and made a memorable debut, scoring the team's first-ever goal in a match against the New England Revolution.

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World Cup 2010

Villa was the top scorer of the tournament, leading Spain to their first-ever World Cup victory. He scored vital goals, including one against Paraguay in the quarter-finals.

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La Liga Top Scorer 2008-09

Villa finished as the top scorer in La Liga while playing for Valencia, showcasing his goal-scoring prowess.

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