Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Marcos Acuña

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: June 17, 2025

From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Marcos Acuña made an impact.

Marcos Javier Acuña is an Argentine professional footballer. Primarily a left back, he currently plays for Argentine Primera División club River Plate and represents the Argentina national team. His career highlights involve club and international level appearances and contributions as a defender.

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2009: Debut in Primera B Nacional

In 2009, Marcos Acuña debuted in the Primera B Nacional as a winger for Ferro Carril Oeste under coach José María Bianco.

2013: Exceptional Performance at Ferro

During the 2013–14 season, Marcos Acuña stood out at Ferro for his assisting ability, providing 12 assists, which attracted attention from major clubs.

2013: Copa Argentina Debut

In 2013, Marcos Acuña debuted for Racing in Copa Argentina against San Martin de San Juan, in which he also scored the winning goal on a header to give Racing a 1–0 victory.

July 2014: Move to Racing Club and Debut

On July 18, 2014, Marcos Acuña moved to Racing Club for 4,900,000 pesos for 50% of his rights. On July 27, 2014, he played his first game, scoring the winning goal in a Copa Argentina match against San Martín de San Juan.

November 2016: International Debut for Argentina

On November 15, 2016, Marcos Acuña made his international debut for the Argentina national team in a 2018 World Cup qualifier match against Colombia.

June 2017: Acuña Leaves Racing Club for Sporting CP

In June 2017, Marcos Acuña left Racing Club and joined Sporting CP. He made his debut for the Portuguese team in a 2–0 victory over Desportivo Aves.

2018: 2018 World Cup Participation

In 2018, Marcos Acuña represented Argentina in the World Cup in Russia.

2018: World Cup Qualifier Match

In November 15, 2016 Acuña made his international debut with the Argentina national team in a 2018 World Cup qualifier match against Colombia.

September 2020: Acuña Joins Sevilla

On September 14, 2020, Marcos Acuña joined Sevilla, a Spanish club, on a four-year deal.

February 2021: Contract Extension with Sevilla

On February 13, 2021, Marcos Acuña extended his contract with Sevilla until 2025.

November 2021: First League Goal for Sevilla

On November 7, 2021, Marcos Acuña scored his first league goal for Sevilla in the el gran derbi against Real Betis, which Sevilla won 2–0.

2021: Copa América Win

In 2021, Marcos Acuña was part of the Argentina squad that won the Copa América.

2022: 2022 World Cup Win

In 2022, Marcos Acuña represented Argentina in the World Cup in Qatar and won the tournament, playing all games except the semifinal.

June 2024: Included in Copa América Squad

In June 2024, Marcos Acuña was included in Lionel Scaloni's final 26-man Argentina squad for the 2024 Copa América.

2025: Contract Extended with Sevilla

In February 13, 2021 Acuña extended his contract with Sevilla until 2025.

December 2027: Contract with River Plate Runs Until December 2027

On August 18, Sevilla and River Plate began to negotiate Acuña's transfer. The operation was closed for just over three million euros to acquire 100% of the player's economical rights, with contract running until December 2027.