Summary

Julián Álvarez (Argentina), Forward, 52 caps, 14 international goals, model: 11.5% to score anytime at WC 2026

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Julián Álvarez

#19 Forward Atlético De Madrid (ESP) Argentina

Julián Álvarez is a 26-year-old forward for Atlético De Madrid (ESP) and Argentina. He has earned 52 caps and 14 international goals for Argentina. Our model puts Argentina's title chance at 9% with a 97% shot at clearing the group stage at World Cup 2026. Julián has collected 13 career honours, making him one of the most decorated players at this tournament.

52 Caps

14 Goals

8 Season goals

4 Assists

7.11 Form rating

Age26Height1.70 m (5 ft 7 in)Weight157 lbsMarket value€113.0M

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Betting Relevance

Anytime scorer angle High

High shots volume High

Tournament form Below par

100% Independent Model-driven probabilities No manufactured edges

Julián Álvarez · the model’s read

Julián Álvarez brings 52 caps and 14 international goals for Argentina at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, lining up as a forward. At club level they play for Atlético De Madrid (ESP). That record is the base the model weighs alongside current form and the strength of the group.

The model rates Álvarez's anytime-goalscoring probability at 11.5% at this tournament — a long shot read. That comes from an expected 0.17 goal contributions (xG + xA) over the projected minutes. Like every probability on the site, it is a long-run likelihood, not a guarantee that a goal arrives in any one match.

Julián Álvarez: World Cup 2026 Form

How Julián has rated match-by-match at World Cup 2026.

6.2

Avg rating 3 games · WC 2026

5.9

Last match vs Jordan

Dipping

6.3

vs Algeria

35 min

6.5

vs Austria

26 min

5.9

vs Jordan

82 min

Julián Álvarez: Tournament Form vs Career Baseline

Per-90 output at World Cup 2026 (3 games) alongside the career baseline (82 matches on record), so you can read current form against the track record.

World Cup 2026 6.2

Career baseline 7.1

1.26 Shotsper 90 min 2.54

1.26 Shots on targetper 90 min 1.27

— Key passesper 90 min 1.86

0.63 Tacklesper 90 min 0.93

— Interceptionsper 90 min 0.15

3.78 Ball recoveriesper 90 min 2.76

43 Touchesper 90 min 50

At World Cup 2026, Julián is rating 6.2 — below his 7.1 career baseline.

Argentina Squad

Full squad

Julián is part of a Argentina squad heading to World Cup 2026 in Group J.

Lionel Messi Forward 5.13 Shots / 90

Nicolás Otamendi Defender 1.37 Tackles / 90

Rodrigo de Paul Midfielder 1.69 Key passes / 90

Lautaro Martínez Forward 3.49 Shots / 90

Leandro Paredes Midfielder 1.49 Key passes / 90

Nicolás Tagliafico Defender 1.86 Tackles / 90

Julián Álvarez: Career History

Club career, most recent first.

Manchester City

2022 - 2024

River Plate

2022 - 2022

Argentina U23

2019 - 2024

River Plate

2016 - 2022

Honours

The major titles and individual awards, grouped by competition.

13 TOTAL HONOURS

BIGGEST ACHIEVEMENTS

2× Copa America 2021, 2024

2× English Premier League 2022-2023, 2023-2024

1× Argentinian Primera Division 2021

HONOURS SNAPSHOT

1 League Titles

8 Cup Competitions

2 International

0 Individual Awards

League Titles 1

2× English Premier League
2022-20232023-2024

Cup Competitions 8

1× Argentinian Primera Division
2021
1× CONMEBOL Recopa Sudamericana
2019
1× CONMEBOL-UEFA Cup of Champions
2022
1× Copa Libertadores
2018

+ 4 more competitions

International 2

2× Copa America
20212024
1× FIFA World Cup
2022

Career Milestones

Key landmarks from Julián's career.

11 LandmarksTop career moments

5 ClubsAcross top leagues

13 AchievementsMajor honours

English Premier League Player Of The Match Manchester City ·

English Premier League

Award

Copa America Player Of The Match Argentina ·

Copa America

Award

Copa Libertadores 2 Goals River Plate ·

Copa Libertadores

Record

Argentine Primera Division 2 Goals River Plate ·

Argentine Primera Division

Record

UEFA Champions League Player Of The Match Atletico Madrid ·

UEFA Champions League

Award

LaLiga Hat-Trick Atlético Madrid ·

LaLiga

Record

Julián Álvarez: Quick Facts

#19Shirt number

26Age

1.70 m (5 ft 7 in)Height

157 lbsWeight

Calchín, ArgentinaBirthplace

Atlético De Madrid (ESP)Club

Part of the Argentina squad at World Cup 2026

Argentina team page

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Frequently Asked Questions

What position does Julián Álvarez play?

Julián Álvarez plays as a Forward for Atlético De Madrid (ESP). At World Cup 2026 they represent Argentina.

How many caps does Julián Álvarez have?

Julián Álvarez has 52 international caps for Argentina, with 14 international goals.

What trophies has Julián Álvarez won?

Julián Álvarez has won 13 career honours. Notable titles include Copa America (x2), English Premier League (x2), Argentinian Primera Division (x1).

What is Argentina's chance of winning World Cup 2026?

Our model puts Argentina at 9% to win World Cup 2026 and 97% to advance from the group stage.

Which group is Argentina in at World Cup 2026?

Argentina are in Group J at World Cup 2026, facing Algeria, Austria, Jordan.