Guido Rodríguez is an Argentine professional footballer known for his role as a defensive midfielder.
He began his professional career at River Plate, making his debut in 2014.
Rodríguez had a successful stint at Club América, winning the Liga MX Apertura in 2018.
Biography
Early Life
Guido Rodríguez is an Argentine professional footballer born to a family that nurtured his passion for the sport. He began his football journey at a young age, eventually joining the prestigious River Plate academy, where he honed his skills as a midfielder.
Career
Rodríguez made his professional debut for River Plate on October 9, 2014, in a Copa Argentina quarter-final match against Rosario Central. Despite a challenging start with limited playing time, he managed to make a mark with the club before moving on to Defensa y Justicia in 2016, where he had a more prominent role, making 15 league appearances.
In the summer of 2016, Rodríguez took a significant step in his career by joining Club Tijuana in Mexico. His time there was fruitful, as he made 39 league appearances and scored five goals. His success led to a transfer to Club América in July 2017, where he played a crucial role in winning the Liga MX Apertura in 2018 and the Copa MX in 2019, earning the Balón de Oro award for his outstanding performance.
Rodríguez's European adventure began in January 2020 when he signed with Real Betis. He quickly adapted to La Liga, scoring his first goal for the club shortly after his arrival. His contributions helped Betis secure the Copa del Rey title in the 2021-22 season. On the international stage, Rodríguez has represented Argentina, earning his first cap in 2017 and playing in the 2022 FIFA World Cup, where he was part of the squad that lifted the trophy.
Legacy
Throughout his career, Rodríguez has been recognized for his defensive prowess, earning accolades such as Liga MX Defensive Midfielder of the Year twice. His journey from River Plate to international glory with Argentina showcases his dedication and talent in football, making him a notable figure in the sport.
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Career & Clubs
Club
As of match played 23 May 2026
International
As of match played 29 June 2024
Scores and results list Argentina's goal tally first, score column indicates score after each Rodríguez goal.
River Plate
Rodríguez began his career with River Plate. On 9 October 2014, Rodríguez made his debut for River Plate in a Copa Argentina quarter-final game against Rosario Central. He stayed with the club until 2016. He struggled for playing time, only managing to appear in sixteen league matches and twice in the Copa Argentina.
2016: Loan to Defensa y Justicia
Rodríguez also spent time on loan with Defensa y Justicia in 2016, managing fifteen league appearances.
Tijuana
In the summer of 2016, Rodríguez joined Mexican side Club Tijuana. He made 39 league appearances and scored five goals.
América
On 7 July 2017, Rodríguez joined Club América in a reported $7 million deal, reuniting with former Tijuana manager Miguel Herrera. In July 2019, after helping Club América to the 2018 Apertura, Rodríguez won the Balón de Oro award.
Real Betis
2020–21: Loan and permanent transfer
On 14 January 2020, with six months remaining on his Club América contract, Rodríguez moved to Europe, signing for La Liga side Real Betis. On 8 July 2020, following early criticism in his Betis career, Rodríguez scored his first goal for the club, coming four minutes into a 3–0 win against Osasuna.
2021–22: Copa del Rey title
In his second full season at the club, Rodríguez won the 2021–22 Copa del Rey with Betis, playing the full 120 minutes in the final against Valencia.
2023–24: Final season and departure
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On 9 June 2017, Rodríguez earned his first call-up with the Argentina national team for the friendly match against Brazil in Melbourne. He came on as a substitute for Paulo Dybala in Argentina's 1–0 win. In May 2019, Rodríguez was included in Argentina's 23-man squad for the 2019 Copa América. He scored his first international goal in Argentina's second group match of the 2021 Copa América on 18 June 2021, the only goal in a 1–0 victory against Uruguay. On 11 November 2022, Rodríguez was included in Argentina's 26-man squad for the 2022 FIFA World Cup. He would start the second group match against Mexico in his only appearance in the tournament. In June 2024, Rodríguez was included in Lionel Scaloni's final 26-man Argentina squad for the 2024 Copa América.
- National team
- Argentina
- Club
- Club Atlético River Plate (2014–2016)
- Club
- Defensa y Justicia (2016–)
- Club
- Club Tijuana
- Club
- Argentina men's national football team
- Club
- Club América
- Club
- Real Betis Balompié
Legacy
River Plate
Copa Sudamericana: 2014 Copa Libertadores: 2015 América
Liga MX: Apertura 2018 Copa MX: Clausura 2019 Betis
Copa del Rey: 2021–22 Argentina
FIFA World Cup: 2022 Copa América: 2021, 2024 CONMEBOL–UEFA Cup of Champions: 2022 Individual
Liga MX Defensive Midfielder of the Year: 2016–17, 2018–19 Liga MX Balón de Oro: 2018–19
Clubs
Played together with
Abde EzzalzouliReal Betis Balompié · 2023
Abel BalboArgentina men's national football team · 1989–1998- Abel BalboClub Atlético River Plate · 1988–1989
Achille EmanáReal Betis Balompié · 2008–2011
Adebayo AkinfenwaClub América · 2003–2003
Adolfo PederneraArgentina men's national football team · 1940–1946- Adolfo PederneraClub Atlético River Plate · 1935–1946
Adolfo ZumelzúArgentina men's national football team · 1927–1930
AdriánReal Betis Balompié · 2012–2013- AdriánReal Betis Balompié · 2024
Adrián AldreteClub América · 2012–2014- Adrián ChávezClub América · 1986–1996
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Identifiers & aliases
Guido Rodríguez is an Argentine professional footballer who plays as a defensive midfielder for La Liga club Valencia.
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