He started his career at Club Atltico San Lorenzo de Almagro in 2002. He began playing as a defensive midfielder but eventually relocate to the proper side of midfield.
At age 14, was called by coach Hugo Tocalli for the Argentina national team play in the U15. He’s more than 75 times to play in the national team of Argentina adolescents, and began representing the senior team in 2005. His exceptional ability subsequently impressed Manchester City and make them reveal their interest to brought him from RCS Espanyol. In the summer of 2008, Zabaleta transferred to Premier League team, Manchester City. After passing a medical and agreeing personal terms, Zabaleta finished a five-year deal to play with Manchester City on August 31, 2008 with the contract worth reached the sum 6.450.000. With Manchester City, Pablo Zabaleta hone his ability in soccer more and he’s additionally received large salary too.