Nicolás Otamendi is an Argentine professional footballer who plays as a center-back for Benfica in Portugal's Primeira Liga and the Argentina national team. Born on February 12, 1988, in Buenos Aires, Otamendi began his career at Vélez Sarsfield before moving to Europe in 2010. He has played for Porto, Valencia, Manchester City, and Benfica, winning multiple league titles and domestic cups. Otamendi has been a key figure for Argentina, earning over 100 caps and winning the 2021 Copa América and the 2022 FIFA World Cup. Known for his aggressive defending and leadership, he is regarded as one of Argentina's most reliable defenders.