Transfer to Malaga
Santi Cazorla moves to Malaga after playing for Villarreal. Malaga recruited the Spanish technician as part of the club's ambitious investment programme.
Historical biography archive · Updated 2026-11-03
Santi Cazorla Biography and Timeline
Follow Santi Cazorla through 4 dated historical records for Spain.
Santi Cazorla, historical timeline
A chronological timeline drawn from matching World History Database records.
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2011–2014Years on this page
2011
2012
Transfer to Arsenal
Santi Cazorla joins Arsenal from Malaga. The Spanish playmaker moved to Arsenal where his close control and set pieces became valuable assets.
2014
FA Cup Final Free-Kick Goal
Scores a long-range free kick to begin Arsenal's comeback from two goals down against Hull City.
FA Cup Winner
Santi Cazorla began the recovery with an outstanding free kick in the first half as Arsenal defeated Hull City 3-2 after extra time in the 2014 FA Cup final at Wembley.
Records, sources and methodology
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