Javier Mascherano's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Javier Mascherano. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Javier Mascherano is an Argentine football manager and former player, currently coaching Inter Miami. As a player, he excelled as a centre-back and defensive midfielder, achieving recognition as one of the best in his generation. He notably played for Liverpool, Barcelona, and the Argentina national team. His career is marked by exceptional defensive skills and midfield control.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

June 2003: Toulon Tournament

In June 2003, Mascherano participated in the Toulon Tournament, where he was recognized as the competition's best player. Argentina's under-20s finished 3rd.

2003: Argentine Primera División Title with River Plate

In 2003, Javier Mascherano secured his first major title with River Plate, winning the Argentine Primera División.

January 2004: South American Pre-Olímpico tournament

In January 2004, Mascherano joined Argentina U23 for the South American Pre-Olímpico tournament in Chile. Argentina won the tournament, qualifying for the 2004 Summer Olympics.

2004: Copa América

At the end of the 2003–04 season, Mascherano was included in the Argentina senior squad for the 2004 Copa América. Argentina lost to Brazil on penalties in the final, but Mascherano was voted Argentina's player of the tournament by his teammates.

September 2005: Foot Fracture and Série A Title with Corinthians

In September 2005, after playing nine games for Corinthians, Mascherano fractured his left foot, causing him to miss the end of the season. Despite his injury, Corinthians won the Série A title.

2005: Move to Corinthians and Série A Title

In 2005, Mascherano moved to Brazilian side Corinthians and won the Brazilian Série A that same year.

July 2007: Goals in Copa América

In July 2007, during the 2007 Copa América, Mascherano scored his first two goals for the senior Argentina team. On July 5, he scored against Paraguay, and on July 8, he scored against Peru. Argentina reached the final but lost to Brazil. Mascherano was widely selected as the best Argentine player.

2007: Copa América Runner-Up

In 2007, Mascherano finished as runner-up with Argentina at the Copa América tournament.

2008: Olympic Gold Medal

In 2008, Mascherano was selected to represent Argentina under-23 squad at the 2008 Olympic Games in Beijing. Argentina won the tournament, making Mascherano the first Argentine sportsman ever to win two Olympic gold medals.

May 2011: Champions League Final Win

In May 2011, Mascherano started in the 2011 Champions League final against Manchester United, which Barcelona won 3–1. Mascherano dedicated the win to Liverpool fans.

2011: Champions League Win and Message to Liverpool Fans

After winning the 2011 Champions League final with Barcelona against Manchester United, Mascherano dedicated the win to Liverpool fans.

2014: FIFA World Cup Final

In 2014, Mascherano and Argentina reached the FIFA World Cup final.

June 2015: Champions League Title with Barcelona

On June 6, 2015, Mascherano started in the 2015 Champions League final, contributing to Barcelona's 3–1 victory over Juventus. This win secured Barcelona's fifth Champions League title and made them the first club to win the treble twice.

2015: Copa América Runner-Up

In 2015, Mascherano finished as runner-up with Argentina at the Copa América tournament.

2016: Copa América Runner-Up

In 2016, Mascherano finished as runner-up with Argentina at the Copa América tournament.

April 2017: First Goal for Barcelona

On April 26, 2017, Mascherano scored his first and only goal for Barcelona, which was a penalty kick in a La Liga match against Osasuna.

May 2018: First Goal for Hebei China Fortune

In May 2018, on May 2nd, Mascherano scored his first goal for Hebei China Fortune in a Chinese FA Cup match against Shandong Luneng Taishan.

June 2018: Most Capped Player for Argentina

In June 2018, Mascherano earned his 144th cap in Argentina's opening match at the World Cup, making him the sole most capped player in the country's history.