Cristian Riveros

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ИИ

Cristian Riveros is a Paraguayan former professional footballer known for his role as a defensive midfielder.

He started his professional career with Club Cristóbal Colón before moving to several other clubs in Paraguay.

Riveros scored a crucial goal for Paraguay in the 2010 FIFA World Cup against Slovakia.

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Биография

Early Life

Cristian Miguel Riveros Núñez, born in Paraguay, began his football journey at a young age, starting with local club Cristóbal Colón in his hometown of Juan Augusto Saldívar. His early career saw him play for several Paraguayan teams, including Club Sportivo San Lorenzo and Tacuary, before making a significant move to Club Libertad.

Career

Riveros's career took a notable turn when he signed with Mexican club Cruz Azul on July 12, 2007. His performance there paved the way for a move to the English Premier League, where he joined Sunderland A.F.C. on May 11, 2010. He made his debut on August 14, 2010, but struggled for playing time, managing only 14 league appearances and scoring once. In July 2011, he transitioned to Turkish football with Kayserispor, initially on loan, before making the move permanent in 2012. Riveros continued to showcase his talent by signing with Grêmio in June 2013 and later joined Club Olimpia in January 2015.

International Career

On the international stage, Riveros represented Paraguay, earning his first cap in 2005. He played a crucial role in the 2010 FIFA World Cup, scoring a goal against Slovakia and contributing to Paraguay's advancement to the quarter-finals, where they faced Japan. His international experience also includes participation in the Copa América 2007.

Legacy

Riveros's contributions to both club and country have solidified his status as a respected midfielder in Paraguayan football history. He has won multiple domestic titles, including the Paraguayan Primera División with Libertad in 2006 and 2007, and remains a celebrated figure in Paraguayan sports.

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Карьера и клубы

Career statistics

Club

As of 3 December 2023

International

As of 27 March 2018

International goals

Scores and results list Paraguay's goal tally first.

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International career

Riveros played in Paraguay's first two matches at the 2006 World Cup and played efficiently on the left wing. He picked up his first international goal for Paraguay in a 3–2 defeat to Chile. He also played for Paraguay in the Copa América 2007.

2010 FIFA World Cup

On 4 May 2010, he was named in Paraguay's preliminary 30-man squad for the 2010 FIFA World Cup, and also made the 23-man penultimate selection alongside club team-mate da Silva. On 20 June 2010 at the World Cup, Riveros scored a second goal in a 2–0 win over Slovakia, which was set up by former Sunderland defender Paulo Da Silva. Riveros scored a penalty in Paraguay's shoot-out win against Japan in the Round of 16 stage, after the match finished goalless after extra time.

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Club career

Early career

Riveros started his career with local side Cristobal Colón in his hometown of Juan Augusto Saldivar and then moved to other Paraguayan teams such as San Lorenzo and Tacuary before playing for Libertad.

Cruz Azul

On 12 July 2007 he signed for the Mexican club Cruz Azul.

Sunderland

On 11 May 2010, Riveros signed for Sunderland of the English Premier League on a three-year deal, saying "The league is very competitive and I look forward to being very successful with Sunderland. The Premier League is the best league in the world and Sunderland are a very big club with many passionate supporters. I look forward to meeting them." He made his Premier League debut on 14 August 2010 as a 63rd-minute substitute for Steed Malbranque in a 2–2 draw against Birmingham City in the opening game of the season. However, Riveros quickly fell out of favour and played just 14 league games for, the club, scoring his only goal on the final day of the season in a 3–0 win over West Ham United.

Kayserispor

Riveros joined Turkish Süper Lig side Kayserispor on 6 July 2011 on a season-long loan from Sunderland, and signed a permanent contract on 1 May 2012.

Grêmio

On 7 June 2013, Riveros joined Grêmio, signing a two-year contract.

Olimpia Asunción

In January 2015 after long and exhausting negotiations, it was announced that Grêmio and Club Olimpia Asunción had reached an agreement to sign Riveros for the 2015 Paraguayan Primera…

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