Diego Fernández

The journey

Diego Fernández grew up far from the capital in an area near Salto, training on rudimentary pitches until he caught the eye of visiting coaches who sent their reports up to the Goaliano system.

The dream

Playing in a major continental tournament for his country

Character

Strong muscular build, thick curly hair, and a small tattoo on his forearm bearing the name of his hometown is one of his most distinctive features.

• Tough in duels
• organised and responsible
• good reader of the game
• unafraid of physical contact

Favourites

Food

Uruguayan asado

Hobby

Swimming

Music

Candombe

Member of the club's founding squad (first season).