SWOS 2020/2021
SWOS 2020/2021

NAHUEL GUZMAN
NAHUEL GUZMAN
Argentina flag
Number
#1
Nationality
Argentina
Team
TIGRES UANL (Mexico)
Coach
RICARDO FERRETTI
Position
G (Goalkeeper)
Passing (P) Shooting (V) Heading (H) Tackling (T) Control (C) Speed (S) Finishing (F) Total Bargain Value
£800k

Name: Nahuel Guzmán

Full name: Nahuel Ignacio Guzmán

Date of birth: December 10, 1986

Place of birth: Rosario, Santa Fe, Argentina

Position: Goalkeeper

Nationality: Argentine

Club career (highlights):

  • Newell's Old Boys (Argentina) — Guzmán came through Newell's youth system and made his professional debut there in 2006. He developed into the club's first-choice goalkeeper across multiple spells (2006–2014 and returned on loan later in his career).
  • Tigres UANL (Mexico) — Transferred to Tigres initially on loan in 2014 before the move was made permanent. Became the club's long-term starting goalkeeper and an important figure in Tigres' most successful era, helping the club win multiple Liga MX titles and contend in international competitions.

Major honors with Tigres UANL:

  • Liga MX: Multiple championships (including Apertura titles; key seasons include Apertura 2015, Apertura 2016, and others during his tenure)
  • CONCACAF Champions League / International competitions: Tigres reached finals of continental and intercontinental competitions while Guzmán was part of the squad, including the 2015 Copa Libertadores run to the final and participation in the FIFA Club World Cup (2015).

International career:

  • Argentina national team: Guzmán has been called up as part of Argentina's squad on various occasions and made appearances for the national team. He was part of squads for Copa América and World Cup qualifying cycles, serving mostly as backup to Argentina's primary keepers.

Playing style and traits:

  • Known for strong reflexes, shot-stopping ability and command of the penalty area.
  • Experienced, vocal presence who contributed leadership throughout Tigres' successful campaigns.

Notable facts:

  • Nicknamed "El Patón" (roughly "The Bigfoot") — a reference to his large feet and physical presence.
  • Highly regarded by Tigres supporters and considered a club legend due to his role in multiple title-winning teams.

Status: Long-time Tigres UANL player and prominent figure in Mexican league football during his tenure with the club.