On this day — 2 Sept
2 football memories for 2 Sept 2026 — years ago today.
Football moments that fell on 2 Sept across the years.
65 years ago today
Carlos Valderrama born (1961)
The unmistakable Colombian playmaker, renowned for his passing ability and iconic blonde hair, was born in Santa Marta. He played briefly in Europe for Montpellier and Real Valladolid.
37 years ago today
Alexandre Pato born (1989)
The Brazilian forward was born in Pato Branco. He burst onto the European scene as a teenage sensation with AC Milan, eventually winning the Golden Boy award, before later playing for Chelsea and Villarreal.
Sources
- FTZ Today Memory calendar — Second tier source