Argentina · World Cup 2026 squad · Group JNicolás Otamendi
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Auto-generated from squad dataWorld Cup 2026 pedigree
Nicolás Otamendi arrives at the FIFA World Cup 2026 with 17 appearances on record from the World Cup 2026 qualifying campaign for Argentina, contributing 3 goals and 0 assists across roughly 86 minutes per appearance. Those numbers form the baseline ahead of his tournament involvement — they will refresh to live World Cup 2026 totals once the group stage opens on 11 June 2026.
Role for Argentina
As a defender for Argentina, Otamendi anchors the back line, covering space and winning ball through positioning and aerial duels. His club role at Benfica is the same — anchor a defensive structure across a long club season.
World Cup 2026 outlook
Argentina enter Group J, opening their tournament in the opening group fixture. Otamendi's individual contribution will be tracked across the group stage and into the knockout rounds.
Best World Cup 2026 odds for Argentina
Tournament starts 11 June 2026
Nicolás Otamendi's World Cup 2026 stats will appear after the tournament opens with Mexico vs South Africa at Estadio Banorte.
Stats update after each match Otamendi features in.
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