Diego Martínez (footballer, born 1995)

Diego Máximo Martínez (born 17 October 1995) commonly known as Chino, is a Paraguayan professional footballer who plays as a forward for Liga 1 club Malut United.

In this Spanish name, the first or paternal surname is Máximo and the second or maternal family name is Martínez.

Diego Martínez

Personal information
Full name	Diego Máximo Martínez
Date of birth	(1995-10-17) 17 October 1995 (age 29)
Place of birth	Asunción, Paraguay
Height	1.84 m (6 ft 0 in)
Position(s)	Foward
Team information
Current team	Malut United
Number	9
Senior career*
Years	Team	Apps	(Gls)
2017–2018	Caacupé
2018–2019	Independiente CG	1	(0)
2021–2023	Resistencia	55	(8)
2023–2024	General Caballero	42	(7)
2024–	Malut United	12	(4)
*Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 28 December 2024

Career

Paraguayan League

Chino began his career at Caacupé Football Club before joining Independiente CG, where he made one appearance against Sportivo Luqueño in the 2018 Primera División Apertura. He then played for Resistencia for two seasons in 2022 and 2023, scoring 8 goals and providing 3 assists in 55 matches.

In 2023, Chino joined General Caballero and competed in the 2023 Primera División Clausura, scoring 3 goals in 20 appearances. He continued playing in the 2024 Primera División Apertura, where he recorded 4 goals in 22 matches.^[1]

Indonesian League

Malut United

Malut United officially announced the signing of Diego Martínez on 1 July 2024 through their official Instagram account. Chino became the fifth foreign player signed by Malut United during their debut season in Liga 1 for the 2024–25 campaign.^[2]

References

1. Arifana, Pebriansyah. "Fakta-fakta Jarang Diketahui dari Penyerang Baru Malut United Diego Martinez, Seberapa Hebat?". Suara.com (in Indonesian). Retrieved 17 December 2024.
2. Magang, Tribun Wow. "Predator Langka di Liga 1 Milik Malut United, Mirip Legenda PSM Makassar". Tribunnews.com (in Indonesian). Retrieved 17 December 2024.