Darwin Núñez's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Darwin Núñez.

Darwin Núñez is a Uruguayan professional footballer currently playing as a striker for Liverpool in the Premier League and for the Uruguay national team. Known for his speed, strength, and finishing ability, Núñez made a name for himself at Benfica before transferring to Liverpool in 2022. He is a key player for both club and country, with a reputation for scoring important goals.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1998: Nuno Gomes' Record

In the 2021-2022 Champions league season, Darwin Núñez surpassed Nuno Gomes' record of five goals set in the 1998–99 season, becoming Benfica's all-time top scorer in modern Champions League history.

2006: Latest Winning Premier League Goal

On 2 March 2024, Darwin Núñez scored in the 99th minute, marking Liverpool's latest winning Premier League goal since records began in 2006–07.

2021: 20th League Goal for Benfica

On 27 February 2021, Núñez scored his 20th league goal for Benfica in as many matches, during a 3–0 home victory against Vitória de Guimarães.

2022: Mixed First Season with Liverpool

Throughout the whole 2022–23 season, Núñez made 42 appearances and scored 15 goals in all competitions. His season was described as "mixed".

February 2023: Liverpool Player of the Month

In February 2023, Darwin Núñez was named Liverpool Player of the Month for his strong performances.

August 2023: Scored Twice Against Newcastle United

On 27 August 2023, Darwin Núñez scored two goals against Newcastle United, securing a 2–1 victory for Liverpool.

October 2023: Key goals in 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers

During the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers in October 2023, Darwin Núñez had a significant impact, he scored a stoppage-time equaliser in a 2–2 draw against Colombia on 13 October 2023 and also scored and assisted in a 2–0 victory against Brazil on 18 October.

2023: First in Europe's Top Leagues to Reach Double Figures

On 28 January 2023, Núñez became the first player in Europe's top five leagues to reach double figures for both non-penalty goals and assists in all competitions.

January 2024: Top Assist-Maker for Liverpool

In January 2024, Darwin Núñez became Liverpool's top assist-maker in all competitions after providing two assists in an EFL Cup match against Fulham.

January 2024: 100th Career Goal and 10/10 Milestone

On 21 January 2024, Darwin Núñez scored his 100th senior career goal. His second goal of the match made him the first Premier League player of the season to reach at least 10 goals and 10 assists in all competitions.

June 2024: Called up for 2024 Copa América and scores first hat-trick

In June 2024, Darwin Núñez was selected to play for Uruguay in the 2024 Copa América in the United States. He also achieved his first international hat-trick in a 4–0 friendly victory against Mexico leading up to the tournament.

2026: FIFA World Cup Qualifier Goals

During qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Darwin Núñez made significant contributions. In October 2023, he scored a stoppage-time equaliser against Colombia on 13 October and scored/assisted in a victory against Brazil on 18 October, followed by a goal against Argentina on 17 November and a brace against Bolivia on 22 November.