Nicolás Otamendi
Argentine footballer and defender
Born
February 12th, 1988
37 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Argentina
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This Argentine footballer primarily played as a central defender. He began his professional career with Vélez Sarsfield, moving to Europe to play for clubs such as Porto and Valencia. Otamendi gained recognition for his performances at Manchester City, where he won multiple titles and contributed to the team's success in domestic and international competitions. Additionally, he represented Argentina in various international tournaments, including the FIFA World Cup and the Copa América, showcasing his skills on a global stage.
Won the Premier League with Manchester City
Part of the Argentina national team in the 2014 FIFA World Cup
Secured the Copa del Rey with Valencia
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