History of Julián Alvarez in Timeline

Julián Álvarez is a professional footballer from Argentina. He plays as a forward. Currently, he is part of La Liga club Atlético Madrid and represents the Argentina national team in international competitions. He is known for his skills and contributions as a forward.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

1958: Pelé's World Cup Achievement

In 1958, Pelé set a record that Julián Alvarez matched in 2022 by becoming the youngest player to score two goals in a World Cup semi-final.

January 2000: Julián Alvarez's Birth

In January 2000, Julián Alvarez was born. He is an Argentine professional footballer who plays as a forward.

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2016: Joined River Plate

In 2016, Julián Alvarez joined River Plate from Atlético Calchín, participating in the Generation Adidas Cup with the club's youth teams. He had previously trialed with Boca Juniors and Real Madrid.

October 2018: Professional Debut with River Plate

On 27 October 2018, Julián Alvarez made his professional debut for River Plate during a Primera División fixture against Aldosivi, marking his entry into senior football. He was subbed on for Rodrigo Mora in the 1–0 victory.

2018: Copa Libertadores Finals Appearance

In 2018, Julián Alvarez appeared late on during the second leg of the Copa Libertadores finals, with River Plate beating rivals Boca Juniors.

2018: River Plate First-Team Debut

In 2018, Julián Alvarez made his first-team debut for River Plate, marking the beginning of his professional career in Argentina. During his time there, River Plate won the Copa Argentina and the Copa Libertadores.

2018: Argentina U-20s Training

In 2018, Julián Alvarez was selected by the Argentina U-20s to train against the senior team at the 2018 FIFA World Cup. In December, Alvarez was picked for the 2019 South American U-20 Championship.

March 2019: First Senior Career Goal

On 17 March 2019, Julián Alvarez scored the first goal of his senior career, netting in a 3–0 league win over Independiente.

May 2019: FIFA U-20 World Cup Call-Up

After preparing for the 2019 FIFA U-20 World Cup and scoring against Saudi Arabia in a friendly, Julián Alvarez received a call-up from Fernando Batista for the 2019 FIFA U-20 World Cup in Poland, where he played four matches and scored one goal.

2019: FIFA U-20 World Cup Participation

In 2019, Julián Alvarez represented Argentina at the FIFA U-20 World Cup, gaining international experience at the youth level.

2020: CONMEBOL Pre-Olympic Tournament

In 2020, Julián Alvarez competed for Argentina in the CONMEBOL Pre-Olympic Tournament, contributing to the team's efforts to qualify for the Olympics.

2020: Copa Libertadores Group Stage Goals

In 2020, Julián Alvarez scored five goals in six Copa Libertadores group stage encounters, showcasing his goal-scoring ability in the competition.

June 2021: Senior Argentina Debut

On 3 June 2021, Julián Alvarez made his debut for the Argentina senior team in a World Cup qualifier against Chile, substituting for Ángel Di María.

2021: Senior International Debut and Copa América Win

In 2021, Julián Alvarez made his senior international debut for Argentina. He also played for the squad that won the 2021 Copa América.

2021: Argentine Primera División Title and South American Footballer of the Year

In 2021, Julián Alvarez won the Argentine Primera División with River Plate, finishing as the competition's top scorer. He was also named the South American Footballer of the Year in 2021, recognizing his outstanding performance.

January 2022: Signed for Manchester City

On 31 January 2022, Julián Alvarez signed for Premier League champions Manchester City on a five-and-a-half-year contract for a transfer fee in the region of £14 million, remaining at River Plate on loan until July. The signing happened on his 22nd birthday.

March 2022: First International Goal

On 29 March 2022, Julián Alvarez scored his first international goal in a 1–1 draw against Ecuador.

May 2022: Six Goals in Copa Libertadores Match

On 25 May 2022, Julián Alvarez scored six goals for River Plate in an 8–1 win over Alianza Lima in the Copa Libertadores, marking a remarkable individual performance.

November 2022: Inclusion in 2022 FIFA World Cup Squad

On 11 November 2022, Julián Alvarez was included in Lionel Scaloni's 26-man squad for the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar.

December 2022: World Cup Goals and Victory

In December 2022, Julián Alvarez scored his first World Cup goal against Poland on November 30. He then scored against Australia on December 3 and added two more goals against Croatia in the semi-finals, becoming the youngest player since Pelé in 1958 to achieve this. On December 18, he helped Argentina win the World Cup by defeating France in the final.

2022: Competitive and Premier League Debuts for Manchester City

In 2022, Julián Alvarez made his competitive debut for Manchester City on July 30 in the FA Community Shield against Liverpool, scoring his team's only goal. On August 7, he made his Premier League debut, and on August 31, he scored his first two Premier League goals against Nottingham Forest. On October 5, he scored his first UEFA Champions League goal against Copenhagen.

2022: Finalissima and FIFA World Cup Wins

In 2022, Julián Alvarez played for the Argentina squads that won the 2022 Finalissima and the 2022 FIFA World Cup, marking significant achievements in his international career.

2022: Move to Manchester City

In 2022, Julián Alvarez was signed by Manchester City, marking a significant step in his career as he joined the Premier League club. Manchester City won the Premier League, FA Cup and UEFA Champions League in his debut campaign.

May 2023: Champions League Qualification and Premier League Title

In May 2023, Julián Alvarez scored a goal in a 4–0 win over Real Madrid, securing Manchester City's qualification for the Champions League final. He also scored the winning goal in a 1–0 victory over Chelsea to win his first Premier League title, and his club's third in a row. On June 10, he won the Champions League final with his club to become the first ever player in football history to win the World Cup and a continental treble in the same season.

2023: Continued Success with Manchester City

In 2023, Julián Alvarez had continued success with Manchester City, including scoring against Newcastle United on August 19, featuring more regularly due to injuries of other players, and finishing in 7th place in the 2023 Ballon d'Or. On December 22, Manchester City defeated Fluminense 4-0 in the 2023 FIFA Club World Cup final as Alvarez scored a brace and provided an assist to claim his first Club World Cup title.

2023: Role as Attacking Midfielder

In the 2023–24 season, Julián Alvarez was often used by Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola as an attacking midfielder due to his intelligent play and adaptability.

May 2024: 100th Appearance for Manchester City

On 4 May 2024, Julián Alvarez made his 100th appearance for Manchester City, marking the occasion with a late goal in a 5–1 league win over Wolverhampton Wanderers.

August 2024: Move to Atlético Madrid and Debut

On 12 August 2024, Julián Alvarez's signing with Atlético Madrid was confirmed. On August 19, he made his debut for the club in a 2–2 draw against Villarreal.

2024: 2024 Summer Olympics Participation

In 2024, Julián Alvarez competed for Argentina at the Summer Olympics.

2024: Transfer to Atlético Madrid

In 2024, Julián Alvarez departed Manchester City for Atlético Madrid in a club-record deal worth up to €95 million, starting a new chapter in his career.

2024: Copa América Win

In 2024, Julián Alvarez was part of the Argentina squad that won the Copa América.

March 2025: Disallowed Penalty

On 12 March 2025, during a penalty shootout between Atlético Madrid and Real Madrid in the Champions League, Julián Alvarez's penalty was disallowed due to a double touch, leading to Real Madrid's victory.

June 2025: Announcement of First Child

On 22 June 2025, Julián Alvarez and Maria Emilia Ferrero announced that they were expecting their first child, a boy.

September 2025: Winning Hat-Trick Against Rayo Vallecano

On 24 September 2025, Julián Alvarez scored a winning hat-trick in a 3–2 victory against Rayo Vallecano.

2025: Brothers' Signing for Club Argentino

In 2025, Julián Alvarez's brothers, Agustín and Rafael, signed for Club Argentino, a team that competes in the Segunda Regional of Madrid.

April 2026: Champions League Record

On 29 April 2026, Julián Alvarez converted a penalty against Arsenal in the Champions League semi-final, reaching a club-record ten goals and becoming the fastest South American player to reach 25 goals in the competition, surpassing Lionel Messi's record.