Defender Marcos Acuña, 2022 World Cup champion with Argentina, signed with River Plate yesterday.
The footballer will play for the millionaire club until the end of 2027.
The club initially announced the signing on social media network X with a drawing of an egg, the footballer’s nickname, as their profile photo. The photo was accompanied by a message that said: “In a few minutes we will recover our usual profile photo, sorry for any inconvenience caused.” Later, they published a tweet that says: “Welcome, world champion.” This post included a 19-second video showing a suitcase opening and containing the World Cup alongside a River shirt with the surname Acuña.
Acuña arrives from Sevilla, a team in which he played from the 2020-21 season to the 2023-24 season.
The full-back made his professional debut at Ferro Carril Oeste in the Argentine second division on April 16, 2011. In mid-2014, he moved to Racing de Avellaneda. He wore the La Academia shirt until July 2017 when he was transferred to Sporting Lisbon. At the Lisbon club, he played three seasons between 2017 and 2020.
Multi-champion
He was league champion with Racing in 2014, the Portuguese Cup with Sporting in 2018-19 and the Europa League with Sevilla in 2022-23, among other titles.
He made his debut with Argentina’s senior national team in 2016 and has played 59 matches and two World Cups (2018 and 2022). He was part of the squads that won the 2021 and 2024 Copa América, and the 2022 World Cup.
The now ex-Sevillista could make his debut with the millionaire club next Sunday in the league against Newell’s Old Boys.
River Plate coach Marcelo Gallardo now has three members of the squad that won the world title with the Argentine national team two years ago: Franco Armani, Germán Pezzella and Marcos Acuña. The millionaire club had had three world champions in its ranks in 1986 with the presence of Nery Pumpido, Oscar Ruggeri and Héctor Enrique.
River Plate will face Talleres today in the second leg of the round of 16 of the Copa Libertadores. In the first leg, the millionaires won 1-0.— AP
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2024-09-06 06:46:21
Marcos Acuña Signs with River Plate: The World Cup Champion Defends the Millionaire Club
The Argentine football world is abuzz with the news that Marcos Acuña, the 2022 World Cup champion with Argentina, has signed with River Plate. The defender will don the iconic white and red jersey until the end of 2027, bringing his wealth of experience and winning mentality to the millionaire club.
A Mysterious Announcement
River Plate announced Acuña’s signing on social media network X with a clever and cryptic message. The club changed its profile picture to an egg, Acuña’s nickname, accompanied by a message apologizing for any inconvenience caused. Shortly after, they published a tweet that simply read “Welcome, world champion,” featuring a 19-second video showcasing a suitcase opening to reveal the World Cup trophy alongside a River Plate jersey with Acuña’s surname emblazoned on the back.
A Career Marked by Success
Acuña joins River Plate from Sevilla, where he played from the 2020-21 season to the 2023-24 season. The full-back began his professional journey at Ferro Carril Oeste in the Argentine second division on April 16, 2011. He later moved to Racing de Avellaneda in mid-2014, where he won his first league title in 2014. Acuña then transferred to Sporting Lisbon in 2017, playing three seasons and winning the Portuguese Cup in 2018-19. His success continued at Sevilla, where he won the Europa League in 2022-23.
International Accolades
Acuña made his debut with Argentina’s senior national team in 2016 and has since played 59 matches and two World Cups (2018 and 2022). He was an integral part of the squads that won the 2021 and 2024 Copa América, as well as the 2022 World Cup. The defender’s impressive international resume makes him a valuable addition to River Plate’s squad.
What to Expect
With Acuña’s arrival, River Plate fans can expect a level of defensive solidity and attacking flair that has come to define his playing style. The 2022 World Cup champion is known for his tenacity, vision, and ability to read the game, making him an excellent fit for the millionaire club’s high-intensity style of play.
The Future Looks Bright
As Acuña prepares to make his debut with River Plate, fans around the world are eagerly anticipating the defender’s impact on the team. With his winning mentality, experience, and skill, Acuña is poised to become a fan favorite and a driving force behind River Plate’s future success.
Key Takeaways
Marcos Acuña signs with River Plate until the end of 2027
Acuña joins from Sevilla, where he played from 2020-21 to 2023-24
The defender has won numerous titles, including the 2022 World Cup, Europa League, and Portuguese Cup
Acuña has played 59 matches and two World Cups with Argentina’s senior national team
* River Plate fans can expect defensive solidity and attacking flair from the 2022 World Cup champion
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