Ignacio Ovando
Argentine footballer (born 2007)
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Ignacio Ovando (born 29 June 2007) is an Argentine professional footballer who plays as a defender for Rosario Central.
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Date of birth | 29 June 2007 | ||
| Place of birth | Gualeguaychú, Argentina | ||
| Height | 1.82 m (6 ft 0 in) | ||
| Position | Defender | ||
| Team information | |||
Current team | Rosario Central | ||
| Number | 46 | ||
| Youth career | |||
| Central Córdoba | |||
| 2018–2025 | Rosario Central | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
| 2025– | Rosario Central | 28 | (2) |
| * Club domestic league appearances and goals as of 17 September 2026 | |||
Club career
Born in Gualeguaychú, Entre Ríos, Ovando is a youth product of Central Córdoba and Rosario Central.[1][2]
In April 2025, he signed his first professional contract with Rosario Central.[3]
Ovando made his professional debut with Central in a 2–1 Argentine Primera División win over River Plate on 5 October 2025.[1][2][3] By the end of the season, he had become a starter with the team from Rosario that eventually won the 2025 league.[4][5][6]
By early 2026, Ovando was an immovable starter and key player with Ángel Di María's team[7][8][9][10]
International career
In the summer of 2026, Ovando was called-up by Lionel Scaloni to train with the Argentine senior squad in the United States, to prepare for the 2026 World Cup.[8][11][12]
Style of play
Formerly raised as a striker, Ovando was moved down the field when he arrived at Rosario Central, becoming a centre-back.[2] As a defender, he is said to stand out for his excellent footwork and aerial play.[13]
Honours
- Rosario Central
