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Julián Álvarez

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Julián Álvarez is an Argentine professional footballer who plays as a forward. He developed his career at River Plate in Argentina, where his pressing, positional awareness, and goal-scoring ability attracted international attention. Álvarez was a member of the Argentina squad that won the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar, contributing four goals during the tournament. He transferred to Manchester City in 2022, where he won the Premier League and UEFA Champions League before joining Atlético Madrid in 2024.

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What role did Julián Álvarez play in Argentina's 2022 World Cup victory?

Álvarez displaced Lautaro Martínez as Argentina's starting center-forward during the tournament and scored four goals. His two goals against Croatia helped Argentina win the semifinal 3-0 before the team defeated France in the final.

Why did Julián Álvarez leave Manchester City for Atlético Madrid?

Álvarez moved to Atlético Madrid in 2024 after two seasons competing for attacking minutes in a Manchester City side led by Erling Haaland. Atlético offered him a larger central role in Diego Simeone's attack.

What did Julián Álvarez win during his first season at Manchester City?

In the 2022-23 season, Álvarez won the Premier League, FA Cup, and UEFA Champions League with Manchester City. That treble came only months after he had also won the 2022 FIFA World Cup with Argentina.

How was Julián Álvarez used differently at River Plate and Manchester City?

At River Plate, Marcelo Gallardo often used him as the central forward in a high-pressing attack, and he became one of Argentina's leading scorers. Under Pep Guardiola at Manchester City, he also played behind Erling Haaland, as a second striker, or in an attacking midfield role.

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