Nolberto Solano
Soccer Player
Midfielder and back who appeared in 240 matches for Newcastle United FC from 1998 to 2007. He became one of the most renowned soccer players in all of Peru and was a member of the Peruvian national team from 1994 to 2009.
He began his professional career with Sporting Cristal in 1993.
A hero of his native Peru, his likeness was used in countless advertisements, and his wedding was broadcast live on national television.
He was born in Callao, Peru, his father a former navy man, and his mother a homemaker.
He played alongside Steven Taylor on Newcastle United during the 2003-04 season, and again from 2005 to 2007.