Francisco Gómez (footballer)

Francisco Gómez Portocarrero (born 24 September 1977) is an Ecuadorian former footballer.

Early life
He was born in 1977 in Valdez, Ecuador. He moved to Guayaquil, Ecuador at a young age.

Career
He started his career with Ecuadorian side CD Audaz Octubrino. In 1996, he signed for Ecuadorian side LDU Cuenca. In 1997, he signed for Mexican side Deportivo Toluca FC. After that, he signed for Mexican side CD Veracruz. In 1999, he signed for Mexican side Ángeles de Puebla. In 2000, he signed for Mexican side CD Irapuato. In 2002, he signed for Mexican side Alebrijes de Oaxaca. In 2003, he signed for Mexican side CD Veracruz. In 2006, he signed for Ecuadorian side CD Esmeraldas Petrolero. In 2007, he signed for Ecuadorian side LDU Portoviejo. After that, he signed for Ecuadorian side CS Emelec. In 2008, he signed for Ecuadorian side SD Aucas. In 2009, he signed for Ecuadorian side Manta FC. In 2010, he signed for Ecuadorian side CD Técnico Universitario. In 2011, he signed for Ecuadorian side CD ESPOLI. After that, he signed for Ecuadorian side Club Sport 3 de Julio. He captained the club.

Style of play
He mainly operates as a defender. He has been described as having "good technique and the determination that he shows in each match".

Personal life
He has been a supporter of Ecuadorian side CS Emelec. He has been married. He has two daughters.