Franco Escobar
CA Penarol/D/
ArgentinaPlayer Info
Franco Escobar is an Argentine defender of considerable repute, currently showcasing his talents for the historic Uruguayan club CA Peñarol. Primarily a left-back but capable on the right, the 31-year-old is known for his tenacity, pace, and attacking contributions from deep. His professional journey began in Argentina before a significant move to Major League Soccer, where he became a fan favorite for Atlanta United. A defining moment came in the 2018 MLS Cup final, where Escobar not only defended resolutely but also scored a crucial goal, helping secure the championship. He later returned to South American football with Peñarol, adding a Uruguayan Primera División title to his accolades. His honors include the MLS Cup, the Campeones Cup, and domestic league titles in two different countries. Nicknamed "El Tanque" for his robust style, Escobar is a player who thrives in big matches, combining defensive solidity with a surprising goal threat from full-back, making him a complete and highly valued modern defender.
Overview
Honors
Main Position
Strengths
Weaknesses
Transfer History
2025/12/31
Houston Dynamo
CA PenarolSigned
2023/01/11
Los Angeles FCHouston DynamoSigned
2021/12/11
Atlanta UnitedLos Angeles FC545454€
Transfer
2021/12/10
Club Atlético Newell's Old BoysAtlanta UnitedLoan Ended
2021/02/08
Atlanta UnitedClub Atlético Newell's Old BoysLoan
2017/12/31
Club Atlético Newell's Old BoysAtlanta United500000€
Transfer
Matches
Competition
Time
Round
Home
VS
Away
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Statistics
CA Penarol
URU Primera Division2026
Matches
Games Played
2
Games Started
1
Minutes Per Game
90
Offensive Data
Goals(PK)
0
Assists
-
Scoring Freguency(Minutes)
-
Shots Per Game
0
Accurate Passes Per Game
0
Key Passes Per Game
0
Accurate Long Balls Per Game
0
Accurate Crosses Per Game
0
Success Dribbles Per Game
0
Defense Data
Tackles Per Game
0
Interceptions Per Game
0
Clearances Per Game
0
Block Shots Per Game
-
Other Data
Yellow Cards
0
Yellow-Red
-
Red Cards
0
Turnovers Per Game
-
Fouls Per Game
0
Be Fouled Per Game
0