Nicolás Gaitán
Argentine footballer with club successes
Professional footballer played as a winger. Developed through the youth system at Boca Juniors, made the first team debut in 2008. Played for several clubs including Benfica in Portugal, where contributed to multiple Primeira Liga titles. Also played in Spain for Valencia and had a stint in Major League Soccer with the Chicago Fire. Represented the Argentine national team, participating in various international competitions.
Won multiple Primeira Liga titles with Benfica
Played in the 2016 Copa America for Argentina
Contributed to Boca Juniors' successes in domestic competitions
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