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San Antonio FC Signs Goalkeeper Cristian Bonilla

January 27, 2022 - United Soccer League Championship (USL)
San Antonio FC News Release


SAN ANTONIO - San Antonio FC has signed full Colombian international goalkeeper Cristian Bonilla pending league and federation approval, the club announce today. Per team policy, terms of the deal were not disclosed.

"We are excited to welcome Cristian to the SAFC community," said SAFC Head Coach Alen Marcina. "He is an accomplished goalkeeper who is a leader with title-winning experience. His box presence, athleticism, and distribution fit our aggressive style of play. Cristian is a welcomed addition to our goalkeeping core."

Bonilla brings a wealth of playing experience to San Antonio FC, making over 200 professional appearances totaling nearly 20,000 minutes played. Most recently, Bonilla played for La Equidad in the Colombian first division, starting 30 matches, and playing in nearly 3,000 minutes in 2021. Overall, the 28-year-old has spent 12 seasons in the Colombian first division along with one season with Al Feiha in Saudi Arabia. Bonilla is a three-time winner of the Copa Colombia, a three time winner of the Colombian Primera A Championship and a two-time winner of the Colombian Superliga.

The goalkeeper has appeared in at least 15 matches in a season six times in his career and has played for clubs like Athletico Nacional, Millonarios and Boyaca Chico.

Bonilla has represented his native Colombian at the U-17, U-20, Olympic and full international levels. He made four appearances at the 2016 Olympics in Rio de Janeiro and was also included in Colombia's 2015 Copa America squad. Additionally, Bonilla has played for Colombia in youth world cups, friendlies and other major tournaments, totaling 30-plus appearances for his country at all levels.

Bonilla will wear No. 23 for the club.

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