Emilio Izaguirre, born in Honduras on 10 May 1986, is a former professional footballer. Standing at 5ft 9 inches tall, tipping the scales at 12st 1lb, Izaguirre primarily operated in the role of a Left Back.
Izaguirre spent the latter part of his career at Celtic in Scotland, turning out for the hoops over eight seasons. In his final season (2018-2019), he appeared for Celtic's first team on 14 occasions. The 2016-2017 season saw him make 12 appearances, while in 2015-2016, he notched up 17 appearances and 2 goals.
During the 2014-15 season, Izaguirre played 35 games for the first team and found the net once. He made 34 appearances in the significant 2013-2014 season. His first two seasons at Celtic saw him put in regular appearances, turning up 32 times in 2012-2013 and 12 times in 2011-2012. His 2010-2011 debut season at Celtic resulted in 33 appearances and one goal.
Before making the leap to Scottish football, Izaguirre cut his teeth at Motagua, back in his homeland, Honduras. Making 25 appearances and contributing a single goal in the 2009-2010 season. In the previous season (2008-2009), he took to the pitch 16 times, scoring once. His run at Motagua started on a promising note, as in his first season with the team (2007-2008), his score sheet showed 25 appearances and 1 goal.
