Career Timeline of Joaquín Correa: Major Achievements and Milestones

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: June 16, 2025

How Joaquín Correa built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.

Carlos Joaquín Correa, nicknamed "El Tucu", is an Argentine professional footballer. Primarily a forward, he currently plays for Botafogo in the Série A league. Known for his offensive capabilities, Correa has established himself as a prominent figure in professional soccer.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

May 2012: First Team Debut with Estudiantes

On 19 May 2012, Joaquín Correa made his first team debut with Estudiantes, replacing Duván Zapata in a 0–3 away win against Banfield for the Primera División championship.

May 2014: First Professional Goal

On 10 May 2014, Joaquín Correa scored his first professional goal for Estudiantes in a 3–0 home win against San Lorenzo.

December 2014: Transfer to Sampdoria

On 16 December 2014, Joaquín Correa transferred to Serie A club Sampdoria for US$10 million. He signed a four-and-a-half-year contract on 9 January and received the number 8 shirt.

February 2015: Debut for Sampdoria

On 15 February 2015, Joaquín Correa made his debut for Sampdoria, starting in a 1–2 loss at Chievo.

January 2016: First Goal Abroad

On 17 January 2016, Joaquín Correa scored his first goal abroad in a 1–2 loss at Carpi, playing for Sampdoria. He followed this with back-to-back goals against Napoli and Bologna.

July 2016: Agreement with Sevilla

On 10 July 2016, La Liga side Sevilla reached an agreement with Sampdoria for the transfer of Joaquín Correa for a rumoured €13 million. He debuted for the club on 17 August in a 0–3 loss against Barcelona in the Supercopa de España.

August 2016: La Liga Debut

On 20 August 2016, Joaquín Correa debuted in La Liga, replacing Luciano Vietto in a 6–4 home win against Espanyol while playing for Sevilla.

February 2017: UEFA Champions League Goal

On 22 February 2017, Joaquín Correa scored his first UEFA Champions League goal in a 2–1 win over Leicester City in the 2016–17 round of 16 while playing for Sevilla.

June 2017: International Debut for Argentina

On 9 June 2017, Joaquín Correa made his senior international debut for Argentina in a 1–0 win over Brazil held in Melbourne. On 13 June, he scored his first international goal in a 6–0 friendly win over Singapore.

September 2017: Equalizing Goal Against Liverpool

On 17 September 2017, Joaquín Correa scored the equalizing goal in a 2–2 draw against Liverpool at Anfield in the 2017–18 UEFA Champions League, while playing for Sevilla.

April 2018: Red Card in Champions League

On 11 April 2018, Joaquín Correa committed a challenge on Javi Martínez and was shown a straight red card in added time against Bayern Munich in the quarter-finals of the 2017–18 UEFA Champions League season, while playing for Sevilla.

August 2018: Joins Lazio

On 1 August 2018, Joaquín Correa returned to Italy to join Lazio on a five-year contract. He made his debut for Lazio on 18 August, in a 1–2 home loss against Napoli.

September 2018: First Goal for Lazio

On 26 September 2018, Joaquín Correa scored his first goal for Lazio in a 2–1 home win against Udinese.

October 2019: Contract Extension with Lazio

On 10 October 2019, Joaquín Correa extended his contract with Lazio until 2024.

December 2019: Supercoppa Italiana Win

On 22 December 2019, Joaquín Correa started in Lazio's 3–1 win in the 2019 Supercoppa Italiana, winning his second trophy with the club.

August 2021: Joins Inter Milan on Loan

On 26 August 2021, Joaquín Correa joined Inter Milan on a year-long loan deal with an obligation to buy with three-year contract to take effect after the loan period. On 27 August, he made his league debut for Inter Milan in a 3–1 win over Verona where he came on as a substitute and scored twice.

2021: Copa America win

In 2021, Joaquín Correa was part of the Argentine squad at the Copa America tournament, making 3 appearances and winning the tournament.

2022: Missed World Cup due to injury

In 2022, Joaquín Correa was called up to the 26 man squad for the 2022 FIFA World Cup but missed the tournament due to an injury sustained 5 days before it started. He was replaced by Thiago Almada.