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Enrique David Borja García (born 30 December 1945) is a Mexican former professional footballer who played as a forward. rsssf: Mexico record international footballers


Career
Borja was recruited by Universidad Nacional at the age of 17. He made his professional debut for the club on March 1, 1964 in a Copa Mexico match against Zacatepec, and made his league debut a year later. Borja quickly established himself as a key player, becoming the league's second-leading scorer during the 1968-69 season.

On March 27, 1969, Borja was transferred to Club América for a fee of 400,000 pesos. According to statements made by the club's president, the player's transfer was due to his desire for a salary increase, which the institution was unable to provide at that time. Borja, who was not in agreement with the transfer, sought to halt the move. On July 4, Borja and Club América reached an agreement.

Borja achieved notable success at Club América, leading the league in scoring for three consecutive seasons and winning two league titles. He scored over 100 goals in all competitions for the club. Borja retired from professional football on September 1977.

On the international stage, Borja made 65 appearances for Mexico over a nine-year period, scoring 31 goals. He represented Mexico at the FIFA World Cup in 1966 and 1970.


After retirement
Borja has been the club president of and of the Federación Mexicana de Fútbol Asociación.

He was co-commentator for the American television network, , for the FIFA World Cup Germany 2006 tournament (June – July 2006), with , a veteran Univision sports commentator.

On 31 October 2007, he signed as club president for of after the destitution of Fernando Urdiales from the team. He was destituted of the Presidency of Tigres UANL 25 May 2009.


Honours
América
  • : 1970–71, 1975–76
  • : 1973–74
  • Campeón de Campeones : 1976
  • CONCACAF Champions' Cup: 1977

Individual

  • Mexican Primera División Top Scorer: 1970–71, 1971–72, 1972–73


Career statistics

International goals
Scores and results list Mexico's goal tally first. Enrique David Borja García – Goals in International Matches
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1966 FIFA World Cup
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3–0
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2–0
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2–0
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1971 CONCACAF Championship qualification
1971 CONCACAF Championship qualification
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1973 CONCACAF Championship qualification
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2–0
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1973 CONCACAF Championship
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