Enzo Nicolás Pérez

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Enzo Nicolás Pérez is an Argentine professional footballer known for his versatility as a midfielder.

Pérez scored the first-ever goal for Godoy Cruz in the Argentine first division, marking a significant milestone in his early career.

Pérez made his senior debut for Argentina under Diego Maradona in 2009, showcasing his talent on the international stage.

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Биография

Early Life

Enzo Nicolás Pérez was born in Maipú, Mendoza, Argentina, where he began his football journey at Deportivo Maipú, following in his father's footsteps. He made his professional debut with Godoy Cruz, where he etched his name into the club's history by scoring the first-ever goal for the team in the Argentine first division during a match against Belgrano on September 9, 2006.

Career

Pérez's career took off when he joined Estudiantes de La Plata in 2007, where he became a key player, helping the team secure the Copa Libertadores title in 2009. His talent caught the attention of European clubs, leading to a transfer to S.L. Benfica in 2011 for a fee of around €5.5 million. At Benfica, he transitioned into a central midfielder, playing a crucial role in the team's domestic treble in the 2013-14 season. After a stint at Valencia CF, he returned to Argentina, joining River Plate in 2017, where he continued to achieve success, including winning the Copa Libertadores in 2018.

Pérez also had a notable international career, debuting for the Argentina national team in 2009. He was part of the squad that reached the finals of the 2014 FIFA World Cup, where Argentina lost to Germany in a dramatic match that went to extra time. He was called up again for the 2018 World Cup as a replacement for an injured teammate.

Legacy

Throughout his career, Pérez has accumulated numerous honors, including multiple league titles and international accolades. His contributions to clubs like Godoy Cruz, Estudiantes, Benfica, and River Plate have solidified his reputation as a talented midfielder, while his international appearances for Argentina highlight his impact on the global stage. As of 2026, he continues to play for Deportivo Maipú, showcasing his enduring passion for the sport.

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Галерея

Карьера и клубы

Club career

Early career

Born in Maipú, Mendoza, Pérez began his career in Deportivo Maipú, like his father, and started his professional playing career with Godoy Cruz, where he wrote his name into club history by scoring a fifth-minute goal in the 1–1 draw with Belgrano on 9 September 2006. This was the first goal ever scored by Godoy Cruz in the Argentine first division. In total, he scored 12 goals in his career at Godoy Cruz, most coming from penalties.

Estudiantes

In 2007, Pérez joined Estudiantes de La Plata, where he finished as runner-up with the team in the 2008 Copa Sudamericana. He was then a first team regular in the team that won the 2009 Copa Libertadores.

Benfica

On 8 June 2011, Pérez signed a five-year contract with Portuguese club Benfica for a fee rumored to be around €5.5 million for his full rights from Estudiantes. After a serious knee injury sustained in the Champions League qualifiers, Pérez was loaned back to Estudiantes for six months on 9 February 2012. On 27 July 2012, at the Eusébio Cup, Pérez scored a long-range goal against Real Madrid from a tight angle to complete a 5–2 win. In the 2012–13 season, Pérez was successfully converted into a central midfielder, partnering with Nemanja Matić, assuming a central role in the team. In the 2013–14 season, his influence was further increased after the departure of Matić to Chelsea on 15 January 2014, becoming a vital piece in Benfica's domestic treble (Primeira Liga, Taça de Portugal and…

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International career

Pérez made his Argentina senior squad debut on 30 September 2009 under then-manager Diego Maradona in a friendly match against Ghana, an eventual 2–0 victory for the Albicelestes. On 2 June 2014, Pérez was called up for the 2014 FIFA World Cup by manager Alejandro Sabella. After midfielder Ángel Di María sustained an injury in the quarter-finals, Pérez started in his place in both the semi-final and final against Germany, which Argentina lost 1–0 after extra time. In May 2018, Pérez was named in Argentina's preliminary squad for the 2018 FIFA World Cup, but did not make the final list. However, on 9 June 2018, he was called up as a replacement for the injured Manuel Lanzini.

▸ Источник: Wikipedia

Career statistics

Club

As of match played 20 February 2026

International

As of match played 30 June 2018

Scores and results list Argentina's goal tally first, score column indicates score after Pérez goal.

▸ Источник: Wikipedia

Club: S.L. Benfica (2011–2015)
Club: Godoy Cruz Antonio Tomba (2003–2007)
Club: Estudiantes de La Plata (2007–2011)
Club: Club Atlético River Plate (2017–2023)
Club: Argentina men's national football team (2009–2018)
Club: Estudiantes de La Plata (2012–2012)
Club: Valencia CF (2015–2017)
Club: Club Atlético River Plate (2025–2025)
Club: Estudiantes de La Plata (2024–2025)
Club: Argentinos Juniors (2026–2026)
Club: Deportivo Maipú (2026–)
National team: Argentina

Наследие

Honours

Godoy Cruz

Primera B Nacional: 2005–06 Estudiantes

Copa Libertadores: 2009 Argentine Primera División: 2010 Apertura Copa de la Liga Profesional: 2024 Trofeo de Campeones de la Liga Profesional: 2024 FIFA Club World Cup runner-up: 2009 Recopa Sudamericana runner-up: 2010 Benfica

Primeira Liga: 2013–14, 2014–15 Taça de Portugal: 2013–14 Taça da Liga: 2013–14 Supertaça Cândido de Oliveira: 2014 UEFA Europa League runner-up: 2012–13, 2013–14 River Plate

Copa Argentina: 2017, 2019 Supercopa Argentina: 2017, 2019 Copa Libertadores: 2018 Recopa Sudamericana: 2019 Argentine Primera División: 2021, 2023 Trofeo de Campeones de la Liga Profesional: 2021, 2023 Argentina

FIFA World Cup runner-up: 2014 Superclásico de las Américas runner-up: 2014 Individual

Copa Libertadores Team of the Tournament: 2019, 2020 South American Team of the Year: 2019, 2020 O Jogo Team of the Year: 2013 LPFP Primeira Liga Player of the Year: 2013–14

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