Carlos Vela is a professional soccer player from Mexico, born on March 1, 1989, in Cancún. He is known for his skills as a forward and has played for various clubs, including Real Sociedad in Spain and Los Angeles FC in Major League Soccer (MLS). Vela has also represented the Mexico national team in international competitions. Vela began his career at a young age, joining the youth academy of Guadalajara before moving to Arsenal in England. He has earned recognition for his speed, dribbling ability, and goal-scoring talent, making him one of the prominent figures in Mexican soccer.