Diego Gómez is a Paraguayan football player born in 2003, known for his midfield versatility.
He plays as a midfielder for Brighton & Hove Albion and the Paraguay national team.
Gómez made his senior debut for Club Libertad on May 4, 2022, in a Copa Libertadores match.
Биография
Early Life
Diego Alexander Gómez Amarilla, born in 2003, is a talented Paraguayan professional footballer known for his versatility on the field. He plays primarily as a midfielder but can also take on roles as a defensive midfielder, central midfielder, attacking midfielder, or winger. His journey in football began at a young age, leading him to make significant strides in both club and international play.
Club Career
Gómez made his senior debut for Club Libertad on May 4, 2022, in a Copa Libertadores match against Caracas FC. He quickly became a regular in the midfield, showcasing his skills despite an early red card in his league debut against Club Olimpia. By August 2022, he scored his first league goals, netting twice against Club 12 de Octubre SD, and was recognized as the best under-19 player by Paraguayan news organization Versus.
In July 2023, Gómez signed with Major League Soccer's Inter Miami, where he made an immediate impact, scoring his first goal for the club in February 2024. His career continued to flourish as he agreed to join Premier League club Brighton & Hove Albion in December 2024, with his debut occurring in January 2025. He quickly made headlines by scoring four goals in a single EFL Cup match against Barnsley in September 2025.
International Career
Gómez's international career began when he debuted for the Paraguay senior team on August 31, 2022, against Mexico. He played a pivotal role in the Paraguay under-20 team’s victory at the 2022 South American Games and later captained the U-23 team to success at the 2024 CONMEBOL Pre-Olympic Tournament, finishing as the joint top goalscorer. His contributions to the national team continued as he scored his first senior international goal against Brazil in September 2026 and was named in Paraguay's squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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Карьера и клубы
On 31 August 2022, at the age of 19, Gómez made his debut for the Paraguay senior team against Mexico. Later that year, he played as the Paraguay under-20 team secured victory at the 2022 South American Games held in Asunción, he was also part of the U20 team at the 2023 South American U-20 Championship in Colombia. In February 2024, he captained Paraguay U-23 team, and finished as the competition's joint top goalscorer with five goals, at the 2024 CONMEBOL Pre-Olympic Tournament as his side won the tournament and a place at the 2024 Olympic Games. On 10 September, he scored his first senior international goal in a 1–0 victory over Brazil in Paraguay's CONMEBOL 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification campaign. On 1 June 2026, he was named by head coach Gustavo Alfaro in Paraguay's 26-man squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Club
As of match played 10 October 2026
International
As of match played 2 October 2026
Scores and results list Paraguay's goal tally first.
Libertad
Gómez made his senior debut for Libertad on 4 May 2022 against Caracas FC in the Copa Libertadores. Shortly after he made his league debut for the club against Club Olimpia, where he was sent-off. Despite this, he became a regular in the centre of midfield for Libertad by June 2022. In August 2022 he scored his first senior league goals, scoring twice against Club 12 de Octubre SD. Gómez was awarded the best under-19 player award by Paraguayan news organisation Versus in 2022.
Inter Miami
On 20 July 2023, Gómez signed with Major League Soccer side Inter Miami for an undisclosed fee. On 21 February 2024, Gómez scored his first goal for the club in a 2–0 win over Real Salt Lake in the first game of the 2024 Major League Soccer season with the help of an assist from Luis Suárez.
Brighton and Hove Albion
On 10 December 2024, Gómez agreed to join Premier League club Brighton & Hove Albion on 1 January 2025 until 30 June 2030, in a deal believed to be worth about £14 million. He made his official debut on 19 January 2025 in a 3–1 win against Manchester United. On 25 May 2025, he netted his first Premier League goal in a 4–1 away win over Tottenham Hotspur on the final matchday of the 2024–25 season. On 23 September 2025, Gómez scored four goals in Brighton's 6–0 away win against Barnsley in the third round of the EFL Cup. On 14 August 2026, he extended his contract with the club until 2031.
- Club
- Club Libertad (2022–2023)
- Club
- Inter Miami CF (2023–2024)
- Club
- Paraguay national under-20 football team (2022–2023)
- Club
- Paraguay Under-23 (2023–)
- Club
- Paraguay men's national football team (2022–)
- Club
- Brighton & Hove Albion F.C. (2025–)
- League
- Major League Soccer
- National team
- Paraguay
Наследие
Libertad
Paraguayan Primera División: 2022 Apertura, 2023 Apertura Inter Miami
Supporters' Shield: 2024 Leagues Cup: 2023 Paraguay U20
South American Games: 2022 Paraguay U23
CONMEBOL Pre-Olympic Tournament: 2024 Individual
APF Paraguayan Primera Division Young Revelation Footballer of the Season: 2022 CONMEBOL Pre-Olympic Tournament top scorer: 2024 Major League Soccer Best Under-22 Player of the Season: 2024 Paraguayan Footballer of the Year: 2024 Olympic Athlete (by the Paraguayan Olympic Committee): 2024 EFL Cup top scorer: 2025–26 Brighton & Hove Albion Young Player of the Season: 2025–26
Клубы
- Paraguay men's national football team2022сейчас
- Paraguay Under-232023сейчас
- Brighton & Hove Albion F.C.2025сейчас
- Club Libertad2022–2023
- Paraguay national under-20 football team2022–2023
- Inter Miami CF2023–2024
Играл вместе с
A. J. DeLaGarzaInter Miami CF · 2020
Aaron ConnollyBrighton & Hove Albion F.C.
Aaron HughesBrighton & Hove Albion F.C. · 2014–2015
Abdul RazakBrighton & Hove Albion F.C. · 2012–2012- Adalberto EscobarClub Libertad · 1978–1978
Adalberto RománClub Libertad · 2006–2010- Adalberto RománClub Libertad · 2013
Adam ChicksenBrighton & Hove Albion F.C. · 2013
Adam El-AbdBrighton & Hove Albion F.C. · 2003–2014
Adam LallanaBrighton & Hove Albion F.C. · 2020–2024
Adam VirgoBrighton & Hove Albion F.C. · 2000–2005- Adam VirgoBrighton & Hove Albion F.C. · 2008–2010
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Diego Alexander Gómez Amarilla is a Paraguayan professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Premier League club Brighton & Hove Albion and the Paraguay national team. A versatile player, he can be deployed as a defensive midfielder, central midfielder, attacking midfielder or winger.
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