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Player Profile
Argentina's pressing trigger in the front line. His work rate enables the high press that Scaloni demands.
Tactical Role
More than a striker — Álvarez drops deep to press, creates numerical superiority in midfield, and arrives late in the box. The hardest-working forward in the tournament.
Bio
Born 2000-01-31 (26)
Birthplace Calchín
Height 169 cm
Nationality Argentina
Positions forward
Club Career
River Plate
2018 — 2022 Argentina U20
2018 — 2019 Argentina U23
2019 — 2024 Argentina
2021 — present Manchester City
2022 — 2024 Atlético Madrid
2024 — present Iconic Moments
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World Cup Semi-Final Brace vs Croatia GOAL 2022
Scored twice against Croatia including a brilliant solo goal to send Argentina to the 2022 World Cup final
Why it matters
At 22, announced himself on the biggest stage — the solo goal showed elite composure under the highest pressure.
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Copa America 2024 — Top Scorer RECORD 2024
Finished as Copa America 2024 top scorer with 5 goals as Argentina defended their title
Why it matters
Proved he could be Argentina's primary goalscorer, not just Messi's supporting cast.
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