Club Atlético Boca Juniors Best Players of All Time

Andrew Kovacs

Club Atlético Boca Juniors is one of the most successful and recognized sports clubs in Argentina. Established in 1905, it has since become an institution with a rich history and legacy within Argentine football. They have won 73 official titles, including six international championships making them one of the most decorated teams in South America. The team plays its home games at La Bombonera Stadium located in Buenos Aires which serves as their spiritual home game ground for die-hard fans around the world. Club Atletico Boca Juniors is also known to be very passionate about community outreach initiatives that help promote education and development opportunities throughout Argentina’s youth population.

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1. Juan Román Riquelme

Midfielder

Juan Román Riquelme Career

  • 1992–1996: Argentinos Juniors
  • 1996: Boca Juniors
  • 1996–2002: Boca Juniors
  • 2002–2005: Barcelona
  • 2003–2005: Villarreal (loan)
  • 2005–2007: Villarreal
  • 2007: Boca Juniors (loan)
  • 2007–2014: Boca Juniors
  • 2014–2015: Argentinos Juniors
  • 1997–1998: Argentina U20
  • 2000: Argentina U23
  • 2008: Argentina Olympic (O.P.)
  • 1997–2008: Argentina

Riquelme is a former Argentine footballer who most notably played for Barcelona and Boca Juniors. Riquelme started his career at Argentinos Juniors before moving to Boca Juniors in 1996.

He was part of the Argentina squad that won the silver medal at the 2000 Summer Olympics, as well as helping Barcelona win La Liga and Copa del Rey titles during his time with them. 

In 2002, he moved to Barcelona where he spent three seasons before returning to Boca Juniors in 2005.

After retiring from football, Riquelme took up a role as vice-president of Boca Juniors in 2015. Juan Román Riquelme was born on 24 June 1978 in San Fernando, Argentina. He began playing football at an early age for local club San Fernando.

He then transferred to Argentinos juniors making his professional debut aged 17 years and 349 days against Racing Club de Avellaneda on 15 October 1995, becoming one of only two players ever to make their senior debut for both clubs (the other being Carlos Tevez).

On 18 January 1998, while still registered with Argentinos juniatrics, he made his international début for Argentina coming off the bench against Paraguay.

It would be his last game for "La Albicela" until 2001 when he re-joined them after spending six months out with injury due to an operation on a hernia suffered earlier that year whilst training with Manchester United. 

In total, between 1994 and 2006 (excluding injuries), Riquelme featured in 151 matches scoring 38 goals.

Winning championships including 3 league titles (1998–99, 2003–04)[13]), 2 Spanish Cups (2001 [14]) 1 European Cup Winners' Cup (2003)[15]), 1 Intercontinental Cup(with Barça). 

7 Copa Libertadores trophies(1999, 2004, 2005; 2007 Runner Up; 2008 Finalist; 2009 Winner; 2010 Semi-Finalist&2011 Quarterfinalist), 4 UCL finals/Champions League semi-finals.

1997 Champions League finalists & runners up alongside Ronaldo – together they became known as The Magic Team – losing 0—1 vs Milan which led Messi's agent Jorge Mas.

2. Martín Palermo

Forward

Martín Palermo Career

  • 1992–1997: Estudiantes de La Plata
  • 1997–2001: Boca Juniors
  • 2001–2003: Villarreal
  • 2003–2004: Betis
  • 2004: Alavés
  • 2004–2011: Boca Juniors
  • 1999–2010: Argentina
  • 2012–2013: Godoy Cruz
  • 2014–2015: Arsenal de Sarandí
  • 2016–2018: Unión Española
  • 2019: Pachuca
  • 2020–2021: Curicó Unido
  • 2021–2022: Aldosivi
  • 2023: Platense
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Palermo is a former Argentine footballer who played as a striker. Palermo started his career with Estudiantes de La Plata in 1992 and went on to make 93 appearances for the club over the next three years, scoring 34 goals.

He then transferred to River Plate in 1997 where he made 73 appearances and scored 25 goals before joining Platense manager José Cardozo's squad in 2018. Palermo has also represented Argentina at international level, making 14 appearances between 1995 and 1999.

In 2005, Palermo helped Platense win promotion to the Primera B Nacional league after they finished third in their group during that season's Apertura tournament; he subsequently retired from professional football at the end of 2006 following Platense's relegation back down to Division 2A (fourth tier).

Martín currently works as a coach for youth teams affiliated with River Plate, having taken charge of both their U-17s team and first team's reserve side earlier this year.

Also Played For: club atlético river plate

3. Diego Maradona

Midfielder

Diego Maradona Career

  • 1969–1976: Argentinos Juniors
  • 1976–1981: Argentinos Juniors
  • 1981–1982; Boca Juniors
  • 1982–1984: Barcelona
  • 1984–1991: Napoli
  • 1992–1993: Sevilla
  • 1993–1994: Newell's Old Boys
  • 1995–1997: Boca Juniors
  • 1977–1979: Argentina U20
  • 1977–1994: Argentina
  • 1994: Deportivo Mandiyú
  • 1995: Racing Club
  • 2008–2010: Argentina
  • 2011–2012: Al-Wasl
  • 2013–2017: Deportivo Riestra (assistant)
  • 2017–2018: Fujairah
  • 2018–2019: Dorados de Sinaloa
  • 2019–2020: Gimnasia de La Plata

Diego Armando Maradona is a retired Argentine professional footballer who played as an attacking midfielder and second striker. 

He was part of the Argentina national team that won the 1986 FIFA World Cup, where he became known for his outrageous goals and on-field antics.

After retiring from playing football, Maradona had several business ventures, including owning a chain of pizza restaurants in Argentina and Italy. 

In January 2019, it was announced that Maradona had been diagnosed with cancer and would be receiving treatment abroad.

Maradona died on 25 November 2020 at the age of 60 after succumbing to his disease. A controversial figure both on and off the pitch throughout his career, Diego Armando Maradona will always be remembered for being one of the greatest players in history.

 Diego Maradona is one of the most iconic footballers of all time and was a key figure in Argentina's World Cup-winning team in 1986.

Maradona also played for Napoli, Barcelona, Boca Juniors, and Atlético Madrid during his international career, winning numerous honors including five league titles with Boca Juniors.

 After retiring from playing professionally he embarked on a successful managerial career, taking charge of Deportivo Mandiyú, Racing Club, and Al-Wasl before joining Dorados de Sinaloa last year. 

In September 2019 he was appointed manager of Gimnasia de La Plata following the sacking of Eduardo Berizzo. 

With Argentinian sides now being led by former players such as Gerardo Martino and Lionel Messi it is likely that Maradona will only ever be remembered for his achievements,

While representing his country rather than any individual clubs or stints at the international level afterward.

4. Carlos Tevez

Forward

Carlos Tevez Career

  • 1992–1997: All Boys
  • 1997–2001: Boca Juniors
  • 2001–2004: Boca Juniors
  • 2005–2006: Corinthians
  • 2006–2007: West Ham United
  • 2007–2009: Manchester United
  • 2009–2013: Manchester City
  • 2013–2015: Juventus
  • 2015–2016: Boca Juniors
  • 2016–2018: Shanghai Shenhua
  • 2018–2021: Boca Juniors
  • 2001: Argentina U17
  • 2004: Argentina U23
  • 2004–2015: Argentina
  • 2022: Rosario Central

Carlos Tevez is an Argentine professional footballer who plays as a forward for Italian club Juventus and the Argentina national team. Tevez began his career at Boca Juniors, before moving to Manchester United in 2007.

He spent three years with City before joining Juventus in 2013. Tevez has represented Argentina at the international level on numerous occasions, most notably winning the 2002 FIFA World Cup and the 2003 Copa América. 

In March 2015, he was banned from all football activity for eight months after being charged with deliberately kicking a ball into the stands during a match against Barcelona.

After serving his ban, he rejoined Juve in time for their 2016–17 Serie A campaign and scored 26 goals in 38 appearances across all competitions. 

On 24 May 2017, aged 37 years 338 days Tevez played his last game for Juventus coming on as a substitute in their 3-1 victory over Sassuolo.

His final goal came 7 minutes later when he volleyed home Douglas Costa's cross. Senior Career: Years Team Apps(Gls) 2001–2004 Boca Juniors 75 (26) 2005–2006 Corinthians 58 (38) 2006 West Ham United 26. 

2007 Manchester United 63 (19) 2009 Manchester City 113 (58) 2013 Juventus 66 (39) 2014 Shanghai SIPG 36 2015-16.

Atlanta Silverbacks 18 2016 Independiente 28 2017 Atletico Madrid 10 2018 Al Ahli Dubai 19 Total 476 (denotes clubs where Carlos Alberto Tevez won major trophies ).

5. Hugo Ibarra

Career

  • : Colón
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 1995–1998: Colón: 140: (8)
  • 1998–2001: Boca Juniors: 85: (2)
  • 2001–2005: Porto: 20: (0)
  • 2002–2003: → Boca Juniors (loan): 25: (4)
  • 2003–2004: → Monaco (loan): 25: (0)
  • 2004–2005: → Espanyol (loan): 31: (1)
  • 2005–2010: Boca Juniors: 124: (3)
  • Total: : 450: (18)
  • 1998–2007: Argentina: 11: (0)
  • 2011–2014: Boca Juniors (youth)
  • 2015–2021: Boca Juniors II (assistant)
  • 2021–2022: Boca Juniors II
  • 2022–: Boca Juniors
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Hugo Ibarra was born in 1974 and is a right back for Boca Juniors. Hugo started his senior career with Colón in 1995, making 140 appearances over 8 years.

He then moved to Spain to play for Valencia CF, before returning to Argentina and joining Boca Juniors in 2001. Hugo has been a regular member of the Argentine national team since 2004, appearing at major tournaments such as the World Cup and Copa America.

In 2006, Hugo helped lead Boca to their first ever Primera Division title - an achievement he still holds today as manager of the club's reserve side . Hugo retired from playing professional football in 2013 after helping his country win the 2013 Apertura championship .

Since retiring from playing professionally, Hugo has worked as a pundit for various clubs and networks around South America including TV Pública , TyC Sports , Fox Sports Argentina , Telesur de Venezuela and El Trece de Córdoba.

6. Sebastián Battaglia

Midfielder

Sebastián Battaglia Career

  • –1998: Boca Juniors
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 1998–2003: Boca Juniors: 102: (9)
  • 2004–2005: Villarreal: 29: (1)
  • 2005–2013: Boca Juniors: 122: (9)
  • Total: : 252: (19)
  • 2003–2009: Argentina: 10: (0)
  • 2018: Almagro
  • 2018: Banfield (assistant)
  • 2020–2021: Boca Juniors II
  • 2021–2022: Boca Juniors
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Sebastián Battaglia is a retired Argentinian footballer who played as a defensive midfielder. He spent most of his career with Boca Juniors, winning two Argentine Primera División titles and one Copa Libertadores in 2007.

After leaving Boca, he had brief spells at Racing Club de Avellaneda and River Plate before retiring in 2013. Sebastián Battaglia was voted the best player of the 2006. 

Apertura tournament by the Uruguayan media, receiving votes from both clubs and players involved in that year's competition including. 

Diego Forlán and Nicolas Lodeiro In November 2015 he announced his retirement from professional football after 16 years of playing professionally Sebastián Battaglia is former Argentine professional footballer who played as a midfielder.

He began his career with Boca Juniors in 1998, and went on to make 252 appearances for the club over 19 seasons. In 2003, he made his international debut for Argentina, and also represented them at the Copa America tournaments of 2004 and 2006. 

After leaving Boca Juniors in 2013, he spent two years playing for Villarreal before retiring from football at the end of the 2016–17 season. Since retirement, Battaglia has managed Almagro in 2018 and Banfield (assistant) in 2020–21; both clubs are located in his home country of Argentina.

7. Silvio Marzolini

Silvio Marzolini Career

  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 1959: Ferro Carril Oeste: 53: (0)
  • 1960–1972: Boca Juniors: 387: (10)
  • Total: : 440: (10)
  • 1960–1969: Argentina: 28: (1)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of July 2007

Silvio Marzolini was an Argentine football player who played for the national team in the 1960s and 1970s. He is best known for his time with Club Atlético River Plate, where he won several major titles including two Copa Libertadores and one Intercontinental Cup.

Marzolini also represented Argentina at international level on a number of occasions, playing in both the World Cups and the Copa América tournaments. Following his retirement from professional football, Marzolini worked as a coach at several clubs before passing away in 2020 aged 79 years old.

Silvio Marzolini was born in Buenos Aires, Argentina on October 25th, 1941. He started his playing career with Ferro Carril Oeste before moving to Boca Juniors in the early 1960s. Silvio Marzolini represented Argentina at international level from 1960-1969 and he made 28 appearances during that time span.

After retiring as a player, Silvio Marzolini became manager of several clubs including Racing Club de Avellaneda and River Plate among others. He currently works as an analyst for TV channel Fox Sports Brasil and is also a football ambassador for the Argentine Football Association (AFA). 

Silvio Marzolini is widely considered to be one of the greatest left backs ever to play the game and he will forever be remembered for his contributions both on and off the pitch during his illustrious career.

8. Roberto Mouzo

Roberto Mouzo Career

  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 1971–1984: Boca Juniors: 426: (19)
  • 1985: Estudiantes (RC): ?: (?)
  • 1985: Club 9 de Octubre: ?: (?)
  • 1974–1983: Argentina: 4: (0)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Roberto Mouzo is a retired Argentine footballer who played as a defender. He was born in Avellaneda, Argentina and started his career with local side Atlético de Avellaneda before moving to Spain to play for Real Madrid CF.

Mouzo spent most of his career playing in La Liga, amassing totals of 238 appearances and scoring six goals during his time at Valencia CF, Barcelona FC, Espanyol FC and Real Betis Balompié. After retiring from football he moved back to Avellaneda where he currently resides with his wife Silvia and son Rodrigo.

Roberto Mouzo was named the club captain for their debut season in the Primera División which ended in relegation but he continued serving as an assistant coach until September 2014 when he left due to health reasons Roberto Mouzo is a former Argentine footballer who played for Boca Juniors and Club 9 de Octubre.

He also represented Argentina in international competition. Roberto Mouzo began his career with Boca Juniors, where he made 426 appearances over 19 years. 

He won 17 titles with the club, including five Copa Libertadores championships and two Intercontinental Cups. After leaving Boca Juniors, Mouzo joined Estudiantes (RC) in 1985 but left after one season to join Club 9 de Octubre.

He made 33 appearances for the club before retiring from football in 1988 at the age of 36. Roberto Mouzo later returned to play amateur football before ending his playing career in 1992 at the age of 40 due to injury. 

In 2003, Roberto Mouzo was named as head coach of Gimnasia y Esgrima La Plata but lasted only four months into the job before being sacked. In 2009, he took up a coaching position with Chacarita Juniors but resigned less than three months later citing personal reasons.

9. Christian Pavon

Forward

Christian Pavon Career

  • 2004–2013: Talleres de Córdoba
  • 2013–2014: Talleres de Córdoba
  • 2014–2022: Boca Juniors
  • 2014: Colón (loan)
  • 2019–2020: LA Galaxy (loan)
  • 2022: Atlético Mineiro
  • 2013: Argentina U17
  • 2015: Argentina U20
  • 2016: Argentina Olympic
  • 2017–2018: Argentina
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 14 November 2022, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 11 September 2018

Cristian Pavón is a 26-year old winger who currently plays for Atlético Mineiro. He started his career in his hometown club, Talleres de Córdoba. 

Pavon made his international debut for Argentina in 2018 FIFA World Cup qualifying against Chile and has since played at the Copa America and Confederations Cup tournaments with the national side.

With 31 appearances and 10 goals to his name, Cristian Pavón is an important part of Diego Simeone's team at Atlético Mineiro. Christian Pavon is a talented Argentine footballer who has played for several top-flight teams in his homeland. 

He made his debut with Talleres de Córdoba in 2013 and went on to make 104 appearances for the club before joining Boca Juniors in 2014.

After spending time on loan at Colón, he joined LA Galaxy in 2019 and has since made 14 appearances for them. 

Christian Pavon also represented Argentina at youth level and was part of their squads that won the U17 World Cup and Olympic gold medals in 2016 respectively. 

Having announced his retirement from professional football after 18 seasons, Christian Pavon will now focus on his involvement with the national team full time moving forward.

10. Wálter Samuel

Wálter Samuel Career

  • 1996–1997: Newell's Old Boys
  • 1997–2000: Boca Juniors
  • 2000–2004: Roma
  • 2004–2005: Real Madrid
  • 2005–2014: Internazionale
  • 2014–2016: Basel
  • 1997: Argentina U20
  • 1999–2010: Argentina
  • 2019: Argentina (assistant)

Walter Samuel was born in 1978 and is from Argentina. He started his career at Newell's Old Boys before moving to Boca Juniors and then Roma, where he won the Serie A title in 2004.

In 2005, Walter moved to Real Madrid where he played for two seasons before signing for Internazionale in 2007. 

At Internazionale, Walter won the Scudetto (Italian Championship) twice (2010, 2011), as well as the Supercoppa Italiana (2007).

He has also represented Argentina on 41 occasions including a 2010 World Cup qualifier victory against Paraguay which clinched qualification for South Africa 2010. 

On 30 November 2014, it was announced that Walter would leave Internazionale after 14 years with the club. Since leaving Interationeal, Walter has joined Racing Club de Avellaneda on loan until December 2015.

Also Played For: as roma

11. Darío Benedetto

Forward

Darío Benedetto Career

  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 2008–2013: Arsenal de Sarandí: 51: (9)
  • 2010: → Defensa y Justicia (loan): 24: (2)
  • 2011: → Gimnasia de Jujuy (loan): 19: (11)
  • 2013–2014: Tijuana: 43: (21)
  • 2015–2016: América: 49: (17)
  • 2016–2019: Boca Juniors: 49: (32)
  • 2019–2022: Marseille: 60: (16)
  • 2021–2022: → Elche (loan): 14: (2)
  • 2022–: Boca Juniors: 26: (11)
  • 2017–2019: Argentina: 5: (0)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 14 September 2022(UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 22 March 2019

Darío Benedetto is a striker who has played for Boca Juniors since 2010. He helped Argentina win the Copa América in 2017 and was named Man of the Match for his performance against Chile.

Benedetto has been capped 39 times by Argentina and scored 16 goals, making him one of the most successful Argentine strikers of all time. In 2018, he signed a new contract with Boca until 2023 which guarantees him an annual salary of $5 million USD (£3 million).

Benedetto is married to model Astrid Sánchez and they have two children together - Federico (born 2013) and Valentina (born 2016). Darío Benedetto is a versatile defender who has played for both Arsenal de Sarandí and Tijuana in Argentina. 

Benedetto joined Marseille in February 2021, and he made his debut the following month in a 2-1 win over Lorient.

He has since featured regularly for the club, playing 60 times across all competitions – scoring 16 goals along the way. In September 2022, it was announced that Darío would be leaving Marseille at the end of the season to join Boca Juniors once again. 

Blessed with excellent stamina and aerial ability, Benedetto is known as one of Europe’s most promising defenders currently plying his trade on the continent.

12. Sebastian Villa

Forward

Sebastian Villa Career

  • 2016–2018: Deportes Tolima
  • 2018: Boca Juniors
  • 2018: Colombia
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 10:07, 06 January 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 22 March 2019 (UTC)

Sebastian Villa is a Colombian midfielder who currently plays for Boca Juniors. Villa made his professional debut with Millonarios in 2015, before joining Boca Juniors in 2017.

He has played at both youth and senior levels for Colombia, winning the South American Youth Championship in 2013 and the Copa America Centenario Tournament last year. 

In addition to playing football, Villa is also a keen photographer and model; he has featured on covers of magazines such as GQ Latino and FHM Latin America.

Sebastian Villa is one of Colombia's most promising young midfielders, and he looks set to continue his development with Boca Juniors over the coming years Sebastian Villa is a Colombian footballer who plays for Deportes Tolima. 

He has also played for Boca Juniors in Argentina and Colombia. Sebastian Villa started his career with Deportes Tolima, where he made 63 appearances over the course of 5 seasons before moving to Argentine side Boca Juniors in 2018.

In total, Sebastian Villa has made 99 appearances for Boca Juniors and Colombia since making his international debut in 2018. 

Sebastian Villa was part of the Colombian squad that qualified for the World Cup this year, playing 4 matches including their final match against France which they lost 2-1.

Also Played For: conmebol

13. Guillermo Matías Fernández

Midfielder

Guillermo Matías Fernández Career

  • : Boca Juniors
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 2012–2015: Boca Juniors: 43: (3)
  • 2013: → Rosario Central (loan): 5: (0)
  • 2014: → Atlético de Rafaela (loan): 21: (4)
  • 2015–2018: Godoy Cruz: 71: (7)
  • 2018–2019: Racing Club: 23: (3)
  • 2019–2022: Cruz Azul: 46: (3)
  • 2020: → Boca Juniors (loan): 8: (1)
  • 2022–: Boca Juniors: 23: (2)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 10:01, 28 July 2022 (UTC)

Fernández is a midfielder for Boca Juniors and has been with the club since 2011. Fernández started his career at Newell's Old Boys in 2007 before transferring to Granadero Baigorria.

He made his senior debut for Argentine side Boca Juniors in 2011, scoring one goal in 33 appearances over two seasons. In 2013, Fernández moved to Europe and joined Danish side FC Copenhagen on a three-year deal worth £1 million (A$1.9 million).

After just one season with Copenhagen, Fernández returned to Argentina where he signed for River Plate on a four-year contract worth €6 million (£5 million/$7 million). 

At the end of 2018, after six years with River Plate and 134 appearances, Fernandez terminated his contract early due to personal reasons which meant he was free to join any other team outside of Argentina during the January transfer window without having surgery or missing any matches as punishment.

On 10 January 2019 it was announced that Fernandez had rejoined former club Boca Juniors,[3] signing an undisclosed deal until 2022.

14. Javier Hernán García

Goalkeeper

Career

  • : Boca Juniors
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 2008–2012: Boca Juniors: 41: (0)
  • 2011–2012: → Tigre (loan): 37: (0)
  • 2012–2017: Tigre: 165: (0)
  • 2017–2020: Racing: 12: (0)
  • 2020–: Boca Juniors: 3: (0)
  • 2011: Argentina: 1: (0)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 06:39, 13 December 2021 (UTC)

Javier Hernán García is a goalkeeper who currently plays for Boca Juniors. He was born in Buenos Aires, Argentina on January 29, 1987 and started playing football at an early age.

García made his professional debut with River Plate in 2006 and went on to make over 100 appearances for the club before joining Boca Juniors in 2014. In total, he has played 256 times for both clubs and won several titles during his time thereincluding three consecutive league championships between 2015-2017.

García has also represented Argentina at under-20 level and was part of the team that won the 2001 South American Youth Championship.

He is known as one of the best goalkeepers in Argentine football history[3]and is considered to be one of Boca's most important players ever Javier Hernán García is a Argentine professional footballer who currently plays for Boca Juniors.

Javier Hernán García began his career with Boca Juniors in 2008, before moving to Tigre on loan in 2011. In 2012, he rejoined Boca Juniors and has since made 165 appearances for the club across all competitions. 

Javier Hernán Garcia represented Argentina at senior level once during his career, playing 1 game for them in 2011. He will be a free agent at the end of 2020 and it is unknown whether or not he will remain with Boca Juniors or move elsewhere domestically or internationally thereafter.

15. Edwin Cardona

Midfielder

Edwin Cardona Career

  • 2006–2009: Atlético Nacional
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 2009–2014: Atlético Nacional: 75: (19)
  • 2012: → Santa Fe (loan): 34: (4)
  • 2013: → Junior (loan): 37: (7)
  • 2015–2019: Monterrey: 80: (31)
  • 2017–2018: → Boca Juniors (loan): 31: (7)
  • 2019: → Pachuca (loan): 32: (8)
  • 2020–2021: Tijuana: 5: (0)
  • 2020–2021: → Boca Juniors (loan): 30: (7)
  • 2022–: Racing Club: 16: (2)
  • 2009–2011: Colombia U20: 16: (8)
  • 2014–: Colombia: 45: (6)

Edwin Cardona is a Colombian attacking midfielder who first emerged in the Ecuadorian top-flight with Atlético Nacional. He signed for Monterrey ahead of the 2015 season and has since become an important member of their squad, scoring 31 goals in 80 appearances.

Cardona was part of Colombia's victorious Copa América Centenario team this year and he will look to build on that success when they compete at the 2019 World Cup qualifiers later this year. Edwin Cardona is a Colombian international footballer who plays for Boca Juniors and the Colombia national team.

Cardona started his career at Atlético Nacional, playing until he was loaned out to Pachuca in Mexico in 2017. He then joined Boca on a permanent basis the following year, scoring goals against rivals River Plate and Buenos Aires Wanderers en route to an eighth-place finish in La Liga Argentina. 

After making 32 appearances for Pachuca over two seasons, Cardona signed with Tijuana on a season-long loan deal ahead of the 2020–21 Mexican Clausura campaign.

In January 2021, he made his debut for Colombia as they won their first Copa América title since 1932 by beating Venezuela 1–0 in the final match held at Estadio Centenario in Montevideo. 

His impressive displays during Colombia's successful tournament saw him named player of the tournament and also win Best Forward award at The Best Awards Gala ceremony later that month; becoming only the second Colombian after Fernando Peñaranda to receive both honours (following Peñaranda's 1994 World Cup winner).

After helping Tijuana secure promotion back to Liga MX via top spot during their inaugural season back within Mexico's professional football pyramid, EdwinCardonawas transferred once again on 30 May 2022 - this time joining Racing Club de Avellaneda from Argentina.

16. Carlos Izquierdoz

Defender

Carlos Izquierdoz Career

  • 2004–2009: Lanús
  • 2009–2014: Lanús
  • 2009–2010: Atlanta (loan)
  • 2014–2018: Santos Laguna
  • 2018–2022: Boca Juniors
  • 2022: Sporting Gijón
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 23:16, 25 November 2022 (UTC)

Carlos Izquierdoz is a 34-year-old centre back who currently plays for Sporting Gijón in the Spanish La Liga. Carlos Izquierdoz began his career at Racing Club de Avellaneda before moving to Santos Laguna in 2013.

He made 57 appearances for Santos Laguna, scoring two goals. In 2016, Izquierdoz moved to Sporting Gijón where he has played 64 times and scored four goals so far this season. 

Carlos Izquierdoz represented Argentina at under-17 level but did not make any senior appearances prior to switching allegiance to Mexico in 2009.

Carlos Izquierdoz was born on November 3, 1988 in San Carlos de Bariloche, Argentina Carlos Izquierdoz began his career at Lanús, before moving to Atlanta in 2009 on a loan deal. 

He rejoined Lanús in 2010 and went on to make 141 appearances for the club over the next six years. 3. In 2018, he joined Boca Juniors where he has since made 85 appearances.

Izquierdoz signed with Sporting Gijón earlier this year and is set to join them until 2022. 5. The midfielder has represented Argentina at U-17 level, as well as making one appearance for the senior team in 2015.

Also Played For: santos laguna

17. Facundo Roncaglia

Defender

Career

  • : Boca Juniors
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 2007–2012: Boca Juniors: 88: (6)
  • 2009–2010: → Espanyol (loan): 21: (0)
  • 2010–2011: → Estudiantes (loan): 25: (0)
  • 2012–2016: Fiorentina: 67: (4)
  • 2014–2015: → Genoa (loan): 32: (0)
  • 2016–2019: Celta: 64: (2)
  • 2019: → Valencia (loan): 7: (0)
  • 2019–2021: Osasuna: 33: (2)
  • 2021–2022: Aris Limassol: 17: (0)
  • 2022–: Boca Juniors: 10: (0)
  • 2013–2017: Argentina: 14: (0)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 16:24, 17 October 2022 (UTC)

Facundo Roncaglia is a defender who currently plays for Boca Juniors. He was born in 1987 in Chajarí, Argentina and started his career with local side Boca Juniors.

He has made over 100 appearances for the club and been part of their first team since 2007. In 2011 he joined Racing Club de Avellaneda, where he spent two seasons before returning to Boca Juniors in 2013.

His performances at international level have seen him earn 27 caps for Argentina and win three Copa América titles (2009, 2015, 2017). In June 2018 Roncaglia signed a new contract with Boca that will keep him at the club until 2022.

Facundo Roncaglia is a Argentine professional footballer who plays as a winger for Spanish club Valencia.

Facundo Roncaglia started his career with Boca Juniors, before joining Spanish side Espanyol on loan in 2009. He then signed for Italian side Fiorentina in 2012, where he spent four seasons before moving to Genoa and Celta respectively in 2014 and 2016. 

In 2018, Roncaglia joined Valencia on a permanent deal. Roncaglia has represented Argentina at international level, making 14 appearances between 2013 and 2017 including the 2015 Copa America which they won.

Facundo's versatility means that he can play behind the striker or out wide as a wing-back; this makes him difficult to mark due to his speed and dribbling skills . Roncaglia is known for his skillful finish from outside the box , earning him the nicknames "El Pibe" (The Kid) or El Flaco (The Skinny Guy).

 He was named La Liga Player of the Month for December 2018 after scoring six goals in eight league games during that month alone.

18. Agustín Almendra

Midfielder

Career

  • : Boca Juniors
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 2018–: Boca Juniors: 50: (5)
  • 2017: Argentina U17: 4: (0)
  • 2018–2019: Argentina U20: 7: (0)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 09:25, 21 February 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 23 March 2019

Agustín Almendra is a young, talented midfielder who has been playing for Boca Juniors since 2016. He has had an impressive career so far and is looking to continue his success with the club in the future.

Almendra was born on February 11th, 2000 in San Francisco Solano, Argentina. He started playing football at a very young age and quickly became one of the best players in his region. Almendra joined Boca Juniors from Argentinos Juniors in 2016 and has made an immediate impact upon joining the team.

His skills as a midfielder have seen him become one of the most important members of Coach Víctor Monti's squad. 

Almendra aims to help Boca win major titles both domestically and internationally over the course of his career - he has already achieved success with Argentina's U20 side and would like to add more honours to his name with Boca Juniors soon enough.

19. Exequiel Zeballos

Forward

Career

  • : Sarmiento (LB)
  • : Los Dorados (TdRH)
  • 2014–2020: Boca Juniors
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 2020–: Boca Juniors: 22: (1)
  • : Argentina U15: :
  • 2018–2019: Argentina U17: 12: (2)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 14:17, 23 May 2022 (UTC)

Oscar Exequiel Zeballos is a 20-year-old Argentine winger who currently plays for Boca Juniors. Zeballos was born in La Banda, Argentina on 24 April 2002 and began playing football at a young age.

He made his professional debut with River Plate in 2015 before joining Boca Juniors the following year. Zeballos has represented Argentina at youth level and played two matches for the senior team in 2018 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Uruguay and Paraguay.

On club level, he has won two league titles with River Plate (2015–16) and one with Boca Juniors (2018). 

In 2017, he helped lead Argentina to their first Copa America title since 1978, scoring three goals during the tournament including the decisive penalty shootout victory over Chile which sent them through to the semi finals where they lost to Brazil.

20. Hugo Gatti

Hugo Gatti Career

  • 1960–1961: Atlanta
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 1962–1964: Atlanta: 30: (0)
  • 1964–1968: River Plate: 77: (0)
  • 1969–1974: Gimnasia La Plata: 224: (0)
  • 1974–1975: Unión Santa Fe: 45: (0)
  • 1976–1988: Boca Juniors: 381: (1)
  • Total: : 757: (1)
  • 1966–1977: Argentina: 18: (0)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Hugo Gatti was born on August 19, 1944 in Carlos Tejedor, Argentina. He started his career playing for Atlanta in 1960 and helped the team win a championship that year.

In 1967, he moved to Boca Juniors where he played until 1983. During his time with Boca Juniors, Hugo won four league titles and two Copa Libertadores trophies. He later went on to play for River Plate and Racing Club before retiring from professional football in 1995 at the age of 48 years old.

Hugo is currently an ambassador for Boca Juniors and has been involved with the club since 1997 as a coach or manager-coach of various youth teams including the first team squad during their pre-season preparations this year). 

Hugo also works as a television commentator when matches are being broadcast in Argentina or abroad (he recently commentated on Manchester United's victory over Barcelona).

Finally, Hugo is known as one of Argentinian football's all-time great goalkeepers - having recorded more than 1,500 official appearances - making him one of the most successful players ever to wear an Argentine shirt.

21. Antonio Rattín

Antonio Rattín Career

  • : Boca Juniors
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 1956–1970: Boca Juniors: 352: (26)
  • 1959–1969: Argentina: 34: (1)
  • , , National Deputy, In office, 10 December 2001 – 10 December 2005, Constituency: City of Buenos Aires, Personal details, Political party: Federalist Unity,

Rattín was born in Tigre, Buenos Aires Province on May 16, 1937. Rattín started his career at Boca Juniors and played 352 games for the club between 1956 and 1970.

Rattin represented Argentina at international level and made 26 appearances between 1958 and 1966. After retiring from playing professionally, Rattin spent several years as a manager with both lower league clubs and national teams before he retired in 1998.

Antonio Rattín passed away on January 7, 2019 after a long illness aged 85 Rattín is a former Argentine football player who played for clubs such as River Plate and Boca Juniors. He represented his country at international level, appearing in the Copa América in 1969 and the World Cup in 1970.

Rattín was born on 10 December 1959 in Buenos Aires, Argentina. After playing for local side River Plate, he joined Boca Juniors where he won two league titles (1981 and 1982) and one Copa Libertadores title (1982). 

He later had spells with Atlético Madrid, Racing Club de Avellaneda and Independiente Rivadavia before retiring from professional football following the 1985 season.

Antonio Rattín died of cancer on 10 December 2005 at the age of 43 after a long battle with illness.

22. Roberto Cherro

Roberto Cherro Career

  • : Sportivo Barracas
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 1924: Sportivo Barracas: :
  • 1925: Ferro Carril Oeste: :
  • 1926–1938: Boca Juniors: 305: (221)
  • 1926–1937: Argentina: 16: (13)

Roberto Cherro was a prolific striker who played for Sportivo Barracas in Argentina during the 1920s and 1930s. Cherro helped his team to many titles, including four Primera Division championships and two Copa América tournaments.

He also represented his country at both the World Cup and the Olympic games, winning a silver medal in 1934. After retiring from football, Cherro worked as a coach at several clubs before dying aged 58 in 1965. Roberto Cherro is one of the most decorated footballers in Argentine history.

He has won numerous titles with Ferro Carril Oeste, including two Champions League titles and 305 league appearances. In international competition, he has represented Argentina at three FIFA World Cups (1926-1930) as well as the Olympics twice - in 1928 Amsterdam and 1936 Berlin. 

His greatest achievement may be his role in helping Boca Juniors win their first ever Copa Libertadores title in 1986, which made him a national icon.

23. Alan Varela

Midfielder

Alan Varela Career

  • 2012–2020: Boca Juniors
  • 2020: Boca Juniors
  • 2019: Argentina U18
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 5 October 2022

Alan Varela is a 21-year-old Argentine central midfielder who currently plays for Boca Juniors. He made his senior debut with the club in 2017, and has since become an important part of their midfield.

Alan is known for his energy, passing ability and willingness to run forward from defence. He was named in Argentina's squad for the 2019 Copa America Centenario, but did not make any appearances during the tournament due to injury.

In 2018 he helped Boca finish as runners up in both la Liga (Argentina's top football league) and the Copa Libertadores (South American Club Championship). 

Alan is also a regular member of Argentina's Under-20 team, having played at every age group between U15s and U20s levels over the past two years.

Alan Varela was born on 5th October 1996 in Barcelona, Spain. He started his youth career at Barcelona's Luján academy and made his senior debut with Boca Juniors in 2012. 

Alan has represented Argentina at various age groups including the U18s and continues to play for them internationally. In total, Alan has made 55 appearances for Boca Juniors - scoring 8 goals - and is currently contracted until 2020.

Also Played For: copa libertadores

24. Cristian Medina

Career

  • : Rayo de Malaver
  • 2012–2020: Boca Juniors
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 2020–: Boca Juniors: 42: (1)
  • 2017: Argentina U15: :
  • 2018–2019: Argentina U17: 10: (1)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 19:53, 16 June 2022 (UTC)

Cristian Medina is a 20-year old central midfielder who currently plays for Boca Juniors. Cristian Medina started his career with Lanús before joining Boca Juniors in 2016.

Cristian Medina has represented Argentina at various youth levels and made his senior debut in November 2017 against Venezuela. 

Cristian Medina is known for being an aggressive central midfielder who can score goals from set pieces or long range shots, and he was recently voted as the best player of the 2018 Apertura season by fans voting on social media platforms Instagram and Twitter.

In 2020, Cristian Medina will be eligible to play for Spain under the nationality law change that allowed players born outside of Europe after January 1st 2000 to represent their country of birth without needing a visa. [1] Aside from football, Cristian Medina likes playing video games such as Fortnite and FIFA.

25. Fernando Gago

Midfielder

Fernando Gago Career

  • 1991–2004: Boca Juniors
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 2004–2006: Boca Juniors: 61: (1)
  • 2007–2012: Real Madrid: 92: (1)
  • 2011–2012: → Roma (loan): 30: (1)
  • 2012–2013: Valencia: 13: (0)
  • 2013: → Vélez Sársfield (loan): 3: (0)
  • 2013–2019: Boca Juniors: 85: (5)
  • 2019–2020: Vélez Sarsfield: 14: (0)
  • Total: : 298: (8)
  • 2003: Argentina U17: 5: (0)
  • 2005: Argentina U20: 15: (0)
  • 2008: Argentina U23: 9: (0)
  • 2007–2017: Argentina: 61: (0)
  • 2021: Aldosivi
  • 2021–: Racing Club

Fernando Gago is a 36-year-old Argentine defensive midfielder who has played for Real Madrid and Racing Club. Fernando Gago made his debut with Boca Juniors in 2004 and went on to make over 100 appearances for the club before moving to Real Madrid in 2007.

After two seasons at Real Madrid, Fernando Gago moved abroad to Roma where he spent one season before returning to Spain with Valencia in 2013. Currently, Fernando Gago is playing for Vélez Sársfield after being loaned there by Valencia earlier this year. 

As an attacking midfielder, Fernando Gago often finds himself creating chances for teammates through passing or shooting; he has scored three goals throughout his career so far.

In 2011, while still a player at Real Madrid, Fernando won the La Liga title as well as the Spanish Cup Winners' Cup and UEFA Supercup titles whilst representing his country at the international level – becoming only the second player ever (after Alfredo Di Stéfano) to win all four major European trophies with one club.

Known for his tenacity on the pitch,[1][3] as well as hard work off it,[4][5], Fernando's consistency has seen him rise up through Argentina's senior squad over recent years.

26. Antonio Roma

Antonio Roma Career

  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 1955–1959: Ferro Carril Oeste: 95: (0)
  • 1960–1972: Boca Juniors: 313: (0)
  • Total: : 408: (0)
  • 1956–1967: Argentina: 42: (0)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of July 2007

Antonio Roma was born in 1932 in Buenos Aires, Argentina and passed away there on 20 February 2013. Antonio started his career as a journalist and then worked as a political advisor before becoming the mayor of Buenos Aires in 1976.

He held this position until 1981 and during his time as mayor he oversaw many major reforms including the construction of new neighbourhoods and infrastructure projects. 

After leaving office, Antonio returned to journalism working for various publications until 2003 when he retired from active work due to poor health conditions.

However, even after retiring from full-time work, Antonio continued to contribute articles to newspapers and magazines until his death two years later at the age of 80 years old. 

In addition to his journalistic accomplishments, Antonio is also well-known for being an advocate for human rights both domestically and internationally - something that earned him several awards throughout his life including the Nobel Peace Prize in 1987 which he shared with Javier Pérez de Cuéllar.

His funeral service took place on 25 February 2013 at La Recoleta Cemetery where thousands of people attended paying their respects – including former President Cristina Fernández de Kirchner who delivered one of the eulogies.

27. Agustín Rossi

Goalkeeper

Agustín Rossi Career

  • 2014: Chacarita Juniors
  • 2015–2016: Estudiantes
  • 2016: Defensa y Justicia (loan)
  • 2017: Boca Juniors
  • 2019: Antofagasta (loan)
  • 2019–2020: Lanús (loan)
  • 2015: Argentina U20
  • 2021: Argentina
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 9 January 2023

Agustín Rossi is a goalkeeper who currently plays for Boca Juniors. He began his career with Chacarita Juniors before moving to River Plate in 2016. 

In 2017, he helped River Plate win the Argentine Primera Division title and was named The Best Goalkeeper of the Year by Uruguayan media outlet El País de Chile.

Rossi has also appeared for Argentina at U-17 and U-20 level, making three appearances each between 2014 and 2016 respectively.

He made his full international debut for Argentina on 6 November 2018 in a friendly against Bolivia, keeping two clean sheets in what was seen as a successful performance by coach Jorge Sampaoli.

Agustín Rossi is married to model Luciana Giménez and they have one child together.[2] Rossi is a versatile defender who has played for several clubs in Argentina. 

Agustín Rossi has experience playing at both the club and international levels, which makes him an important player on any team he joins. 

Rossi's versatility allows him to be used in a number of different positions on the field, making him extremely valuable to his teams.

He is known for being strong defensively and able to make saves when needed, which contributes significantly to his teams' success. Agustín Rossi is highly respected by his peers and teammates due to his dedication and hard work on the pitch.

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28. Luis Advíncula

Defender

Luis Advíncula Career

  • 2007–2008: Esther Grande Bentin
  • 2008: Juan Aurich
  • 2009–2010: Juan Aurich
  • 2010–2012: Sporting Cristal
  • 2012–2013: Tavriya Simferopol
  • 2012: Sporting Cristal (loan)
  • 2013–2015: 1899 Hoffenheim
  • 2013: Ponte Preta (loan)
  • 2014: Sporting Cristal (loan)
  • 2014−2015: Vitória Setúbal (loan)
  • 2015–2016: Bursaspor
  • 2016: Newell's Old Boys (loan)
  • 2017–2019: Tigres UANL
  • 2017–2018: Lobos BUAP (loan)
  • 2018–2019: Rayo Vallecano (loan)
  • 2019–2021: Rayo Vallecano
  • 2021–: Boca Juniors
  • 2009: Peru U20
  • 2010: Peru

Advíncula is a full-back and winger for Boca Juniors. He made his senior debut with Sporting Cristal in 2010, before moving to Tavriya Simferopol the following year.

In 2013, Advíncula joined Boca Juniors where he has since become a key member of their squad. Luis Jan Piers Advíncula Castrillón was born on March 2nd 1990 in Chincha, Peru[4].

The 32-year-old started out playing football at Esther Grande Bentin's academy before joining Juan Aurich aged just 14 years old[5]. After impressing during his time at Sporting Cristal, Advíncula moved to Russian side Tavriya Simferopol – scoring zero goals - in 2012.

Returning to South America three years later, Luis Jan Piers signed for then La Liga club Racing Club de Avellaneda[7], making 17 appearances and scoring one goal over two seasons combined prior to joining Boca Juniors permanently in January 2017.

A product of the Peru national team setup,[9][10], Advíncula has picked up 23 caps and scored one goal thus far with his country including being part of their Copa América squad this summer where they reached the quarter-finals before losing 4–1 on aggregate against Chile.

Also Played For: peru national football team

29. Frank Fabra

Defender

Frank Fabra Career

  • 2010–2015: Envigado
  • 2014–2015: Deportivo Cali (loan)
  • 2015–2016: Independiente Medellín
  • 2016: Boca Juniors
  • 2015: Colombia

Frank Fabra is a Colombian left back who has been with Boca Juniors since 2016. He made his senior debut for Nechí in 2009 and went on to make over 100 appearances for the club, including three Copa Libertadores campaigns.

Fabra was part of Colombia's 2014 World Cup squad but did not feature in any matches. In June 2017, Fabra signed a new four-year contract with Boca Juniors that will keep him at the club until 2020. 

Frank is known for his strong defending skills as well as his ability to set up attacks from the backline, making him an important member of Boca Juniors' team Frank Fabra is a Colombian footballer who plays as a midfielder for Boca Juniors.

Fabra has played for several clubs in his country, including Envigado and Deportivo Cali, before moving to Argentina to play for Independiente Medellín and then on loan to Colón de Santa Fe. 

In 2015, he joined the Brazilian club Boca Juniors where he has since made 154 appearances scoring 12 goals. 

Outside of football, Fabra is also known as an entrepreneur having founded two businesses - one providing home appliances and the other focused on health supplements - both of which have been successful.

He was part of Colombia's national team at the Copa América Centenario tournament in 2016 where they reached the semi-finals but were knocked out by hosts United States after a penalty shootout despite leading 2–1 going into extra time.

30. Eduardo Salvio

Forward

Eduardo Salvio Career

  • 1994–2008: Lanús
  • 2008–2010: Lanús
  • 2010–2012: Atlético Madrid
  • 2010–2011: → Benfica (loan)
  • 2012–2019: Benfica
  • 2019–2022: Boca Juniors
  • 2022–: UNAM
  • 2007: Argentina U17
  • 2008–2009: Argentina U20
  • 2009–2020: Argentina
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 13:38, 1 October 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 8 October 2020

Eduardo Salvio is a talented and young winger who has represented Argentina at both youth and senior level. He started his career with Lanús before moving to UNAM in 2016.

Salvio is known for his speed, dribbling ability, and crossing skills which have helped him score goals domestically and internationally. 

With 10 Premier League appearances under his belt, Eduardo Salvio looks set to continue developing as a player in the English top-flight over the coming seasons.

In international football, Eduardo Salvio has made 36 appearances for Argentina including at the 2018 FIFA World Cup where he scored two goals in Group D play against Senegal and Morocco respectively. 

At 32 years of age, Eduardo Salvio still has plenty of potentials to achieve success on the pitch - hopefully he can do so with UNAM over the next few seasons.

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31. Walter Bou

Forward

Walter Bou Career

  • : Boca Juniors
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 2014–2016: Gimnasia LP: 25: (7)
  • 2016–2021: Boca Juniors: 41: (9)
  • 2018: → Vitória (loan): 8: (0)
  • 2019: → Unión La Calera (loan): 13: (2)
  • 2019–2020: → Union de Santa Fe (loan): 20: (5)
  • 2020–2021: → Defensa y Justicia (loan): 36: (15)
  • 2022: Defensa y Justicia: 19: (2)
  • 2022–: Velez Sarsfield: 9: (2)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 09:02, 6 June 2022 (UTC)

Walter Bou is a forward for Velez Sarsfield in the Argentine Primera División. He was born on 25 August 1993 in Concordia, Argentina. He has 1.74 meters (5 feet 9 inches) height and plays as a forward for Velez Sarsfield.

Walter Bou played with Unión La Calera from 2016 to 2019 seasons before joining Velez Sarsfield in January 2020 Walter Bou is a Chilean footballer who played for Gimnasia LP and Boca Juniors. He made his senior debut with Gimnasia in 2014, before joining Boca Juniors the following year.

With both clubs he appeared in 25 league matches and scored seven goals over two seasons combined. In January 2020, Walter joined Vitória on loan until the end of the season. 

He has since gone on to make eight appearances for Unión La Calera while on loan there as well before returning to Defensa y Justicia in December 2019 where he has remained ever since.

32. Juan Edgardo Ramírez

Midfielder

Career

  • : Argentinos Juniors
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 2011–2015: Argentinos Juniors: 73: (5)
  • 2015–2017: Colorado Rapids: 27: (1)
  • 2016: → Almería (loan): 16: (1)
  • 2016–2017: → Talleres (loan): 11: (0)
  • 2017–2019: Talleres: 49: (6)
  • 2019–2021: San Lorenzo: 34: (3)
  • 2021–: Boca Juniors: 35: (2)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 19:54, 16 June 2022 (UTC)

Juan Ramírez is a midfielder for Boca Juniors. He was born in Moreno, Argentina on May 25th 1993 and started playing football at an early age. His talent quickly became recognised and he joined the youth system of River Plate aged only 10 years old.

In 2012, Juan moved to Europe and signed with French side Monaco where he made 11 appearances before joining Boca Juniors in January 2013. At club level, Juan has won 5 titles (2013-14, 2016-17, 2017-18 Copa Libertadores) as well as the Argentine Championship twice (2014-15 & 2015-16).

Internationally, Juan has represented his country at U17/U20 levels before making his senior debut in November 2018 against Uruguay; scoring one goal later that month against Ecuador which secured qualification for the World Cup Russia 2019. 

With over 100 appearances for Boca Juniors under his belt already, there's no doubt that Juan will continue to be a key player for them both domestically and internationally moving forward.

33. Esteban Andrada

Goalkeeper

Esteban Andrada Career

  • 2005–2008: San Martín (M)
  • 2008–2012: Lanús
  • 2012–2018: Lanús
  • 2014–2015: Arsenal de Sarandí (loan)
  • 2018–2021: Boca Juniors
  • 2021: Monterrey
  • 2011: Argentina U20
  • 2011: Argentina U23
  • 2019: Argentina
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 17:43, 16 October 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 2 October 2019

Esteban Andrada is a goalkeeper for Monterrey in Mexico. He was born on January 26th, 1991 in San Martín, Mendoza, Argentina and stands at 1.93 m tall. Esteban started his professional career with Club Atlético Lanús before joining Monterrey in 2015.

In 2019 he helped Monterrey to win the Liga MX title and qualify for the 2021 FIFA Club World Cup where they are competing as group stage winners alongside Al-Sadd (Qatar), Kashima Antlers (Japan) and Melbourne Victory (Australia). 

Esteban has represented his country at youth level including appearances at the 2009 South American Under-17 Football Championship, 2010 South American Under-20 Football Championship and 2013 South American Youth Championships where they reached the final which they lost to Brazil.[2] 

Esteban Andrada is a talented Argentinian footballer who has played for Lanús and Boca Juniors in Argentina.

He moved to Monterrey in Mexico during the offseason, and he should be a key player for them this season. Esteban Andrada is well known for his attacking style of play, which should make him an important part of any team he plays for.

34. Gonzalo Maroni

Midfielder

Gonzalo Maroni Career

  • 2016: Boca Juniors
  • 2015: Instituto
  • 2016: Boca Juniors
  • 2018–2019: Talleres (loan)
  • 2019–2020: Sampdoria (loan)
  • 2021–2022: Atlas (loan)
  • 2022: San Lorenzo (loan)
  • 2018–2019: Argentina U20
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 20:03, 17 September 2022 (UTC)

Gonzalo Maroni is an attacking midfielder who currently plays for San Lorenzo on loan from Boca Juniors. He has represented Argentina at youth level, and made his senior debut in 2016.

Gonzalo Maroni is known for his quick feet and passing ability, which have helped him develop as a player over the years. In 2017, he was named in the PFA Team of the Year after scoring 16 goals in 34 appearances across all competitions.

Gonzalo Maroni is set to return to Boca Juniors ahead of the 2018 season Gonzalo Maroni is a Argentine professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Boca Juniors. 

He made his professional debut with Instituto in 2015, and has since played for Boca Juniors, Atlas, San Lorenzo (on loan) and Argentina U20s.

Maroni has been capped at senior level by Argentina on two occasions. Born in La Plata, Buenos Aires Province, he started playing football in the youth ranks of local club Atlético de Rafaela before joining Instituto aged sixteen years old. 

After making his debut with the latter side during the 2013–14 season in Primera Categoría, Maroni helped Instituto win promotion to Primera División ahead of the 2014–15 campaign where they finished as runners-up to Racing Club de Avellaneda.

He subsequently signed for top-flight outfit Boca Juniors alongside compatriot Mauro Icardi from Atlético de Rafaela midway through that year's Clausura tournament.

In totalMaroni made 95 appearances and scored 14 goals across all competitions while representing Instituto between 2011 and 2016; after being released by them early into 2017 he joined Atlas until January 2019 when he rejoined San Lorenzo on loan.

On 10 August 2019 it was announced that Gonzalo Maroni had joined Italian Serie A side Sampdoria on a season-long loan dealSampdoria agree move for River Plate’s Gonzalo Maroni – Football Italia<.-- This comment was auto generated - please do not remove.

As of 20 September 2022, Maronis holds Colombian citizenship through his paternal grandmother which makes him eligible to represent Colombia internationally should called up by manager Jose Pekerman.

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35. Cristian Erbes

Midfielder

Career

  • 1996–2009: Boca Juniors
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 2009–2016: Boca Juniors: 153: (5)
  • 2016–2017: Veracruz: 0: (0)
  • 2017: Chacarita Juniors: 8: (0)
  • 2018: Karpaty Lviv: 23: (1)
  • 2019: Nacional: 10: (0)
  • 2019–2021: Atlético Tucumán: 48: (0)
  • 2022–: Deportes La Serena: 5: (0)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 21:16, 13 March 2022 (UTC)

Cristian Erbes was born on January 6th, 1990 in Buenos Aires, Argentina. He started playing football at a young age and progressed through the ranks of several teams before joining Deportes La Serena in 2016.

Erbes is primarily a midfielder but can also play as a defender or forward depending on the game situation. Cristian has made over 100 appearances for La Serena since making his debut in 2016 and is considered one of the club's key players.

Cristian Erbes is a Argentine attacking midfielder who currently plays for Nacional. He has made 48 appearances and scored 10 goals in the club's domestic league since joining them in 2019. Cristian Erbes began his career with Boca Juniors, making 153 appearances and scoring 5 goals between 1996-2009.

In 2016, he joined Veracruz where he played 0 times before moving to Chacarita Juniors in 2017 where he made 8 appearances before returning to Nacional for the 2019 season. 

Cristian Erbes was born on December 16th, 1986 in Buenos Aires, Argentina which means that he is just 31 years old as of March 13th, 2022.

36. Aaron Molinas

Career

  • : Boca Juniors
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 2021–: Boca Juniors: 32: (0)
  • 2018: Argentina U20: 1: (0)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 19:52, 16 June 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 23:04, 18 August 2021 (UTC)

Aaron Molinas is a 22-year old midfielder who currently plays for Boca Juniors in Argentina. Aaron started playing football at an early age and quickly developed into one of the best young midfielders in his country.

In 2013, he was named captain of the U20 Argentine national team and helped them win the championship that year. He made his senior debut with Boca Juniors in 2016 and has since become an essential part of their squad, helping them to win both the Copa Libertadores and Supercopa Argentina this season.

Aaron is known for his strong passing ability and quick feet, making him a difficult player to stop on the ball despite his small stature. He has also been linked with a move to Europe in recent months but no deal has yet materialized as of yet Aaron Molinas was born in Buenos Aires, Argentina on 7th October 1998.

He started his youth career at Boca Juniors before making the move to senior team and appearing for them in both domestic league and international competitions. 

Aaron Molinas has represented Argentina U20s on one occasion so far and is still young with plenty of potential to show off in the future.

37. Jorge Figal

Defender

Career

  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 2014–2019: Independiente: 82: (2)
  • 2016: → Olimpo (loan): 16: (1)
  • 2020–2022: Inter Miami: 45: (1)
  • 2022–: Boca Juniors: 10: (0)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 07:21, 25 June 2022 (UTC)

Jorge Figal is a centre-back who currently plays for Argentine side Racing Club. He made his professional debut in the 2013/14 season, and has since gone on to make over 100 appearances for the club.

Figal was part of the Argentina squad that finished runners-up at the 2015 Copa América, and he also represented his country at both Under-20 and senior level. In May 2018, it was announced that Figal had signed a new contract with Racing Club until 2020.

A hardworking defender, Jorge Figal is often called upon to track back and help clear danger from defence – something which he seems to excel at.

One ofFigal's main strengths lies in his distribution from defense; as well as providing assists for teammates, he also rarely gives away possession cheaply himself. 

With experience playing in several high-pressure matches throughout his career so far - including Copa America tournaments - Jorge Figal should continue to develop into one of Argentina’s top defenders moving forward.

38. Rodrigo Palacio

Forward

Rodrigo Palacio Career

  • 1990–2002: Bella Vista
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 2002–2004: Huracán de Tres Arroyos: 53: (15)
  • 2004–2005: Banfield: 36: (9)
  • 2005–2009: Boca Juniors: 131: (54)
  • 2009–2012: Genoa: 90: (35)
  • 2012–2017: Internazionale: 140: (39)
  • 2017–2021: Bologna: 127: (19)
  • 2021–2022: Brescia: 30: (6)
  • Total: : 607: (177)
  • 2005–2014: Argentina: 27: (3)

Rodrigo Palacio is a forward who has played for Huracán de Tres Arroyos, Bella Vista and currently Atlético Madrid. He was born in Bahía Blanca, Argentina in 1982 and started his career with local side Bella Vista before joining Huracán de Tres Arroyos in 2002.

Palacio enjoyed success during his time at Huracán, winning the 2001–02 Argentine Primera División championship and making 15 appearances (13 as a starter) during the 2003–04 season when they finished runners-up to Boca Juniors. 

After two years at Atlético Madrid he moved on to Ecuadorian club Deportivo Quito where he spent one year before returning to Spain with Racing Santander of La Liga.

In January 2017 Palacio joined MLS team Toronto FC on loan from Atlético Madrid until the end of the 2016 MLS season.[3] He made his debut for Toronto against Philadelphia Union on 10 March 2017[4] and scored his first goal against Chicago Fire on 14 May 2017.

On 9 July 2018, after six months without playing due to injury,[6][7] Palacio announced that he would be leaving Toronto FC midway through their season due to "personal reasons".[8][9] Senior competitive figures as of 5 June 2017: 149 games played; 32 goals; 17 assists.

39. Lisandro Magallán

Defender

Career

  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 2010–2012: Gimnasia La Plata: 26: (0)
  • 2012–2019: Boca Juniors: 57: (2)
  • 2013–2014: → Rosario Central (loan): 11: (0)
  • 2016: → Defensa y Justicia (loan): 16: (1)
  • 2019–2023: Ajax: 2: (0)
  • 2019–2020: → Alavés (loan): 17: (1)
  • 2020–2021: → Crotone (loan): 28: (1)
  • 2021–2022: → Anderlecht (loan): 21: (0)
  • 2023–: Elche: 0: (0)
  • : Argentina U20: :
  • 2016: Argentina U23: 1: (0)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 10 April 2022

Lisandro Magallán is a central defender who currently plays for Elche. Magallán made his senior debut with Gimnasia La Plata in 2010, and has since played 26 games for the club.

He was part of Argentina's U20 squad that won the 2011 South American Youth Championship, as well as their side at the 2012 Toulon Tournament. Magallán made his international debut with Argentina in November 2013, coming on as a substitute in a 2-1 defeat to Paraguay.

In December 2016 he signed an extension to his contract until 2020 with Elche.[2] Lisandro Magallán is a midfielder who currently plays for Boca Juniors. 

He has played for Rosario Central and Defensa y Justicia on loan in Argentina before joining Ajax in 2019. Magallán was born in 1994 and made his international debut for Argentina U20s in 2016.

He has represented Elche on loan from Ajax since the 2020 season, but hasn't scored any goals yet.

40. Marcelo Weigandt

Defender

Career

  • : Club Villa Ideal
  • 2007–2018: Boca Juniors
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 2018–: Boca Juniors: 6: (0)
  • 2020–2021: Gimnasia y Esgrima LP (loan): 20: (3)
  • 2015: Argentina U15: :
  • 2017: Argentina U17: 2: (0)
  • 2019: Argentina U20: 2: (0)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 8 August 2021 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 7 October 2020 (UTC)

Marcelo Weigandt is a professional footballer who plays as a right-back for Boca Juniors. He was born in Argentina on January 11th 2000 and started playing football at the age of six with local side Atlético Avellaneda.

After impressing during his time with Atlético, Marcelo moved to Spanish side Real Madrid in 2015 but only made one appearance for their first team before being loaned out to Crotone where he became a key player and helped them win promotion to Serie A in 2017.

In 2018, Marcelo joined Boca Juniors from Crotone and has since established himself as an important member of the squad, helping them win both the 2019 Argentine Primera División title and the Copa Libertadores later that year. 

With 57 appearances for Boca thus far, Marcelo has firmly established himself as one of South America's best young defenders and looks set to continue his impressive career into 2020/21 season.

41. Norberto Briasco

Career

  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 2016–2021: Huracán: 86: (9)
  • 2021–: Boca Juniors: 14: (1)
  • 2018–: Armenia: 8: (0)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 1 August 2021, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 21 May 2018

Norberto Briasco is a 26-year old Argentinian winger, who currently plays for Boca Juniors. He started his career with River Plate before joining Boca in 2017.

In total, Briasco has made 82 appearances for Boca, scoring 10 goals and providing 14 assists. Briasco is also an Argentina international, having represented the country at Under-20 level and at senior level.

He was named on the Team of the Tournament as part of Argentina's successful Confederations Cup campaign this year. Briasco possesses excellent dribbling skills and good crossing ability; he is known for his speed and quick reactions off the mark.

Norberto Briasco is a 29-year-old midfielder who currently plays for Huracán and Boca Juniors. He has made 86 appearances for the former and 14 for the latter, scoring one goal during his time at both clubs. Norberto Briasco began his career with Argentine giants River Plate before moving to Huracán in 2016.

In total he has played 89 games in La Liga, Europa League, Copa Argentina and Copa del Rey – winning five titles along the way including two league championships with Huracán. 

Briasco represented Argentina at under-20 level but only featured in eight matches between 2018 and 2020 due to injuries sustained while playing football professionally.

However, he did make an appearance for Armenia earlier this year after impressing manager Hrachya Sargsyan during a trial period. 

Norberto Briasco is known as one of the most creative midfielders in world football; possessing great passing ability as well as good stamina which allows him to play multiple matches over a consecutive weekend without taking too much damage physically or mentally.

42. Nicolás Orsini

Forward

Nicolás Orsini Career

  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 2012–2013: Tiro Federal: :
  • 2013–2016: Atlético de Rafaela: 31: (3)
  • 2016–2018: Tokushima Vortis: 0: (0)
  • 2016: → FC Anyang (loan): 7: (1)
  • 2016–2017: → SV Horn (loan): 27: (2)
  • 2017: → Fagiano Okayama (loan): 12: (1)
  • 2018: → Sportivo Luqueño (loan): 16: (4)
  • 2018–2019: Sarmiento: 29: (11)
  • 2019–2021: Lanús: 39: (5)
  • 2021–: Boca Juniors: 14: (1)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 08:59, 6 June 2022 (UTC)

Nicolás Orsini is a forward who currently plays for Boca Juniors. He began his career with Argentine side Huracán before moving to Europe to join SV Horn in 2016.

In 2017, he helped the club win the German Cup and reach the semi-finals of the Europa League. The following season saw him help Boca Juniors win their eleventh league title and also feature in Argentina's squad for the Copa América Centenario tournament.

Orsini has been capped at international level by Argentina on several occasions, most notably at Under-20 level where he won four silver medals as well as being named captain of that team once they reached senior status in 2014 FIFA World Cup qualification tournaments).

Nicolás Orsini is known for his speed and strength down either wing which allows him to create chances for teammates or score himself; this makes him an important player for both club and country going into future seasons and tournaments alike.

43. Esteban Rolón

Career

  • 2007–2016: Argentinos Juniors
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 2016–2017: Argentinos Juniors: 51: (1)
  • 2017–2020: Málaga: 16: (0)
  • 2018–2019: → Genoa (loan): 19: (0)
  • 2020–2021: Huracán: 19: (1)
  • 2021–: Boca Juniors: 14: (0)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 08:59, 6 June 2022 (UTC)

Esteban Rolón is a talented midfielder who currently plays for Boca Juniors. He was born in 1995 and started playing football at an early age. His impressive skills have seen him play for Argentina's youth teams, as well as the full national side.

Esteban has been with Boca since he was just 18 years old, and has quickly become one of the club's most important players. In total, he has made 138 appearances for Boca across all competitions – including 36 in the league this season alone. 

With his explosive speed and skill on the ball, Esteban is a key part of any team he joins – be it domestically or abroad.

Aspiring fans can follow Esteban's progress with ease thanks to his active social media presence, which includes Twitter (@EstEBanoRolon) and Instagram (estefanolleonardrolon).

44. Kevin Duarte

Midfielder

Career

  • : Boca Juniors
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 2021–: Boca Juniors: 1: (0)
  • 2022–: → Ferro Carril Oeste (loan): 4: (0)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 19:06, 17 July 2022 (UTC)

Kevin Duarte is a young midfielder who currently plays for Ferro Carril Oeste. He has played in Argentina, Spain and Chile, and is now playing in his home country with FCO.

Duarte started out at Club Atlético Lanús before moving to FC Barcelona's youth system where he made 43 appearances over two seasons. In 2016, he joined Spanish side Granada CF on loan for the season but returned to FCO after only six months due of injury.

At 21 years old, Kevin Duarte already has experience playing in some of the top leagues around Europe and South America so he will be looking to continue this growth when he joins Toronto FC next season as part of their expansion team setup. 

A quick passer with good vision and passing ability, Kevin Duarte likes to build play from the back using short passes forward which allows him time to make more decisive runs into the box later on in games or set pieces situations.

Duarte has represented Argentina at Under-17 level but did not feature during their run to victory at the FIFA U-17 World Cup last year – instead starting all five matches as they reached the semi finals where they were beaten by Portugal).

He also played for both club teams during that tournament; Lanús (in Group Stage) then River Plate (in Round of 16/Quarter Finals).

Kevin was called up for La Albicelestes’ Olympic Qualification campaign ahead of London 2012 – making 3 appearances before being omitted from final squad announcement prior to the Games itself.

45. Guillermo Barros Schelotto

Guillermo Barros Schelotto Career

  • 1985–1991: Gimnasia La Plata
  • 1991–1997: Gimnasia La Plata
  • 1997–2007: Boca Juniors
  • 2007–2010: Columbus Crew
  • 2011: Gimnasia La Plata
  • 1995–1999: Argentina
  • 2012–2015: Lanús
  • 2016: Palermo
  • 2016–2018: Boca Juniors
  • 2019–2020: LA Galaxy
  • 2021: Paraguay

Guillermo Barros Schelotto is an Argentine football player who plays for Paraguay as a forward. He started his career at Gimnasia La Plata, before moving to Boca Juniors in 1997.

In 2007, he joined Columbus Crew of the United States and helped them reach the MLS Cup Final in 2009 and 2011. He rejoined Boca Juniors in 2012 but left again two years later to join Club Atletico Independiente from Uruguay after failing to settle with Columbus Crew again.

Since joining Asuncion-based Club Libertad on loan in 2018, Guillermo has helped Libertad win their first title ever. Guillermo was born on 4 May 1973 in La Plata, Argentina and is currently 49 years old. 

His father also played football professionally – thus giving Guillermo early experience of the game at a young age.

After playing for various clubs during his career including Gimnasia La Platza (Argentina), River Plate (Argentina) and Boca Juniors (Argentina), he moved to America club Columbus Crew SC where he won multiple trophies such as.

The U S Open Cup 2006; The CONCACAF Champions League 2008; The MLS Supporters Shield 2009 & 2011 being finalists both times against Toronto FC while wearing #10 shirt. 

US Open 2010 ended the 2nd leg 1-1 against Chivas USA having tied the aggregate 3-3 so which went into a penalty shootout losing 6-5 by Chivas USA’s goalkeeper Dan Kennedy.

AUSL Pro League Championship 2013 beating Melbourne Victory FC 2–0 home followed up by Sydney Olympic 0–0 away goals rule final scoring meaning total aggregate 5–1 due.

Adelaide United AFC not appearing for the home match because they had granted license too late then suspended midway through season making it unplayable without appropriate fixtures inspected etc.

Major League Soccer Playoffs 2014 coming back from road trip down 3 points behind Orlando City SC earning Eastern Conference semi-finals berth with last gasp victory over Houston Dynamo winning 7th-minute golden goal scored by Federico Higuain just moments before full time.

Whistle awarding spot within playoffs becoming only 8th team since New York Red Bulls debut 2005 eventually falling short vs Atlanta United FCD 4–2 penalties [final score 9−11].

It should be noted that this list does not include Lamar Hunt U S Open Cup trophy obtained when.

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46. Nicolás Colazo

Midfielder

Career

  • : Boca Juniors
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 2008–2019: Boca Juniors: 105: (7)
  • 2013: → All Boys (loan): 19: (1)
  • 2016–2017: → Melbourne City (loan): 22: (4)
  • 2017–2018: → Gimnasia LP (loan): 25: (6)
  • 2018–2019: → Aris (loan): 10: (0)
  • 2019: → Tigre (loan): 4: (0)
  • 2019–2020: Rosario Central: 9: (0)
  • 2020–2021: Rentistas: 18: (1)
  • 2021–: Gimnasia LP: 17: (0)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 14:14, 3 April 2022 (UTC)

Nicolás Colazo is a winger for Gimnasia LP. He made his professional debut with Boca Juniors in 2007 and has since become an important player for the club.

Nicolás Colazo was born in Buenos Aires, Argentina and started playing football at a young age. Nicolás Colazo played youth football with several notable clubs before making his senior debut with Boca Juniors in 2007.

In total, Nicolás Colazo has amassed over 150 appearances for Boca Juniors and scored 26 goals during that time span, including two Copa Libertadores titles (2012 & 2015). 

Nicolás Colazao joined Gimnasia LP on loan from River Plate in January 2019 and will make his competitive debut against Quilmes on Saturday 8th of February 2019 Nicolás Colazo is a versatile attacking midfielder who has played for several top-flight Argentine clubs.

Nicolás had an impressive season at Rosario Central in 2018, scoring 17 goals and providing nine assists in 19 games. Nicolás has been loaned out to Tigre and Aris this year, but he is likely to return to Rosario Central once the season finishes. 

Nicolás is known for his fast feet and sharp passing ability, which makes him a difficult player to defend against on the pitch. Nicolís was born in Argentina but represents Uruguay at international level; he made his debut back in 2016 against Chile.

47. Lucas Olaza

Defender

Lucas Olaza Career

  • 2009–2011: River Plate Montevideo
  • 2011–2016: River Plate Montevideo
  • 2014–2015: Atlético Paranaense (loan)
  • 2015–2016: Celta B (loan)
  • 2016–2017: Danubio
  • 2017–2019: Talleres
  • 2018–2019: Boca Juniors (loan)
  • 2019–2021: Boca Juniors
  • 2019–2021: Celta (loan)
  • 2021: Valladolid (loan)
  • 2021: Valladolid
  • 2022: Elche (loan)
  • 2012–2013: Uruguay U20

Lucas Olaza is a Uruguayan footballer who currently plays for Valladolid. Lucas Olaza started his career with River Plate Montevideo before joining Atlético Paranaense on loan in 2014 and Celta B on loan in 2016.

Olaza made 27 appearances for Danubio during the 2017 season, scoring six goals. Lucas Olaza is a versatile attacking midfielder who has played for both Club Atlético Boca Juniors and Uruguay. 

He made his international debut in 2012, playing in the FIFA U-20 World Cup where he helped Uruguay reach the final but lost to Spain.

In 2018, Lucas Olaza joined La Liga side Celta de Vigo on loan from Boca Juniors but left after only one season due to injury problems. Ahead of the 2019–2021 season, he rejoins Celta on a permanent basis and looks to continue his good form there with the Galicians.

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48. Rubén Suñé

Rubén Suñé Career

  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 1967–1972: Boca Juniors: 186: (32)
  • 1973–1974: Huracán: 33: (1)
  • 1975: Unión de Santa Fe: 49: (1)
  • 1976–1980: Boca Juniors: 131: (2)
  • 1981: San Lorenzo: 20: (1)
  • 1969–1973: Argentina: 6: (3)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Rubén Suñé was a renowned Argentine football midfielder who played for several clubs throughout his career. He is most notably remembered for his time at River Plate, where he won five league titles and two Copa Libertadores titles.

Suñé also represented the Argentina national team on numerous occasions, including at the 1974 World Cup and the 1982 World Cup. In 2009, he was recognised as one of River Plate's greatest-ever players after being named in their all-time squad.

Rubén Suñé passed away aged 72 after a long battle with cancer Suñé is one of the most decorated players in Argentine football history. He has won two league titles with Boca Juniors and a Copa Libertadores title with San Lorenzo, as well as representing his country at several international tournaments.

Suñé started his career at Boca Juniors, before moving to Huracán in 1973. After just 33 appearances for Huracán he moved to Unión de Santa Fe the following year. 

His best seasons came during 1976-1980 when he scored 49 goals in 131 appearances for Boca Juniors, including 20 goals in 1981 while playing for San Lorenzo.

Following his retirement from professional football Suñé became a manager, taking charge of Racing Club de Avellaneda and Atlético Tucumán before joining River Plate's coaching staff later that decade.

49. Mateo Retegui

Forward

Career

  • –2016: River Plate
  • 2016–2018: Boca Juniors
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 2018–: Boca Juniors: 1: (0)
  • 2019–2020: → Estudiantes (loan): 21: (4)
  • 2020–2021: → Talleres (loan): 49: (7)
  • 2022–: → Tigre (loan): 41: (23)
  • : Argentina U20: :
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 3 November 2022

Mateo Retegui is a forward who currently plays for Tigre on loan from Boca Juniors. He began his career with River Plate, and then moved to Boca Juniors in 2017.

Mateo has represented Argentina at youth level, and was part of the team that won the U20 World Cup in 2017. His goalscoring record at senior level is impressive – he has scored 35 goals in 66 appearances so far.

Mateo is known for his pace and energy on the pitch, which makes him difficult to defend against. Mateo Retegui was born on February 10, 1996 in Avellaneda, Argentina. He started his career with River Plate before moving to Boca Juniors two years later.

At Boca Juniors, Retegui made 21 appearances and scored four goals during the 2018–19 season. On November 3rd of this year, Mateo joined Estudiantes on a loan deal until the end of the 2020–21 campaign pending international clearance from both clubs.

In total, he has made 49 appearances for Tigre and 41 for Talleres on loans over the course of his senior career so far.

50. Rolando Schiavi

Defender

Rolando Schiavi Career

  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 1993–1995: Argentino de Rosario: 17: (2)
  • 1995–2001: Argentinos Juniors: 177: (11)
  • 2001–2005: Boca Juniors: 121: (13)
  • 2006: Hércules: 33: (1)
  • 2007: Grêmio: 11: (0)
  • 2007–2011: Newell's Old Boys: 109: (18)
  • 2009: → Estudiantes LP (loan): 4: (0)
  • 2011–2012: Boca Juniors: 67: (5)
  • 2013: Shanghai Shenhua: 26: (0)
  • 2014: Club Rivadavia: 3: (0)
  • Total: : 568: (51)
  • 2009: Argentina: 4: (0)
  • 2014: Arsenal de Sarandí (assistant)
  • 2015–2019: Boca Juniors II
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Rolando Schiavi is a former Argentine professional footballer who played as a centre back. He began his career with Argentino de Rosario in 1993, before moving to fellow Primera Division club Argentinos Juniors the following year.

In 1995, he joined Boca Juniors where he would spend the majority of his career, making 121 appearances and scoring 13 goals over seven seasons. 

Schiavi made one appearance for Argentina national team during his time at international level, coming on as a substitute for Walter Zenga in a 2002 World Cup qualifying match against Bolivia.

After leaving Boca Juniors in 2005, Schiavi spent two years out of football before rejoining them later that same year; however injury forced him to retire from playing aged 34 shortly after once again helping the club reach Copa Libertadores final glory in 2007–08 season. 

Rolando has since been appointed sporting director of newly promoted side Racing Club de Avellaneda and helped guide them to promotion from Segunda División B during the 2017-2018 campaign – their first ever top flight league title.

51. Pablo Ledesma

Midfielder

Career

  • : Talleres de Córdoba
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 2003–2008: Boca Juniors: 106: (10)
  • 2008–2011: Catania: 76: (4)
  • 2012–2015: Boca Juniors: 59: (3)
  • 2015–2018: Colón: 79: (7)
  • 2018–2019: Patronato: 10: (1)
  • 2019–2020: Alvarado: 20: (0)
  • 2020: FC Messina: 0: (0)
  • 2007: Argentina: 4: (0)
  • 2021–: Boca Juniors (youth)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Pablo Ledesma is a midfielder who has played for both youth and senior sides. He started his career at Talleres de Córdoba, before moving to Boca Juniors in 2006.

Ledesma has made over 150 appearances for Boca Juniors, as well as winning several titles including the Copa Libertadores in 2007 and 2008. After leaving Boca Juniors in 2013, he had spells with Atlético Madrid and Racing Club respectively before rejoining them on a coaching role earlier this year.

Pablo Ledesma is currently the Youth Coach at Boca Juniors Ledesma is a former Argentine footballer who played as a midfielder. He started his career at Boca Juniors, before moving to Catania in 2008. 

Ledesma then spent three seasons with Boca Juniors before joining Colón in 2015. In 2018, he joined Patronato of Serie D side Alvarado on an initial one-year contract; however, this was later extended for another year.

During his time with Patronato, the club won promotion to Lega Pro Seconda Divisione after winning the playoffs final against Lumezzane. Ledesma made his international debut for Argentina in 2007 and has since earned four caps overall.

Final Words

. . Club Atlético Boca Juniors is one of the most successful and recognized sports clubs in Argentina. The club has had a number of famous players throughout its history, including Diego Maradona, Lionel Messi and Javier Zanetti.

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