Goal efficiency
How clinical and direct the player was in front of goal — volume, accuracy, and conversion.
L. Montenegro
Chacarita Juniors · Liga Profesional Argentina · Midfielder · #17 · Argentina · 22 yrs
Chacarita Juniors · Liga Profesional Argentina · Midfielder · #17 · Argentina · 22 yrs
L. Montenegro plays as a midfielder for Chacarita Juniors. L. Montenegro is a Argentine international, 22 years old, midfielder, currently at Chacarita Juniors. L. Montenegro wears shirt number 17 for Chacarita Juniors. L. Montenegro was born in Argentina on 2003-03-27. L. Montenegro is 173 cm tall and weighs 63 kg. L. Montenegro's Sportra profile tracks season statistics across Liga Profesional Argentina, CONMEBOL Libertadores U20, Friendlies Clubs, Copa Argentina, and other leagues. L. Montenegro's page brings together career clubs, trophies, injury history, multi-competition stats, and related news headlines. On Sportra you can explore L. Montenegro season statistics, transfer history, trophies, injury updates, and related news across every competition tracked in the profile.
| Season | Team |
|---|---|
| 2025 |  Platense PLA |
| 2024 | Platense PLA |
| 2023 |  Newells Old Boys NEW |
| 2021 |  Newell's Old Boys U20 |
| Date | Type | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-01-01 | Free agent | Newells Old Boys NEW |  Chacarita Juniors CHA |
| 2025-01-22 | Back from Loan | Platense PLA | Newells Old Boys NEW |
| 2024-01-19 | Loan | Newells Old Boys NEW | Platense PLA |
Season intelligence
Profile as Midfielder: pressure magnet, defensive work. Archetype: Ball-winning midfielder. Season rating 6.7.
Scaled 0–99 from season output — map to fantasy, comparisons, or scouting cards.
Per-90 rates, efficiency ratios, and Sportra indices from season totals.
How clinical and direct the player was in front of goal — volume, accuracy, and conversion.
Playmaking output: assists, key passes, and custom chance-creation signals.
How often they draw fouls and stay out of trouble with cards.
Tackles, duels, and off-ball defensive contribution.
Shot-stopping, goals conceded, and penalty saves.
Minutes, availability, and how central they were to the team.
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Season intelligence
Profile as Midfielder: balanced output without a single dominant trait. Archetype: Balanced contributor.
Scaled 0–99 from season output — map to fantasy, comparisons, or scouting cards.
Per-90 rates, efficiency ratios, and Sportra indices from season totals.
Playmaking output: assists, key passes, and custom chance-creation signals.
Every tracked category for this league and season, grouped by Sportra.
As the Elephants battle to overwrite a history of missed chances, all eyes are locked on their past tournament records, leaving fans wondering just how far this current squad can push their all-time best finish. Stepping back onto the global stage with a hungry new roster, Ivory Coast is ready to shake off years of disappointment and fight for a deep World Cup run. As the Elephants battle to overwrite a history of missed chances, all eyes are locked on their past tournament records, leaving fans wondering just how far this current squad can push their all-time best finish. The national team arrived at the 2026 World Cup after a long absence from global competition and with a squad that combines experienced leaders with exciting young talent. After years of falling short despite producing legendary players, Ivory Coast entered the tournament determined to finally break through. Before this tournament, Ivory Coast had qualified for three previous World Cups: 2006, 2010, and 2014. Despite having some of Africa’s most talented players, the national team was eliminated in the group stage every time. The 2006 tournament marked Ivory Coast’s first appearance on soccer’s biggest stage. Led by Didier Drogba, Yaya Toure, and a golden generation of players, the Elephants were placed in a difficult group with Argentina and the Netherlands and were unable to reach the knockout rounds. Then, four years later in South Africa, Ivory Coast again faced a challenging group featuring Brazil and Portugal. Didier Drogba of Ivory Coast encourages a team mate The national team earned four points and recorded a memorable 3-0 victory over North Korea, but it was still not enough to advance. The 2014 World Cup in Brazil produced the most painful exit. Ivory Coast needed only a draw against Greece in their final group match, but a late penalty ended their hopes and sent the Elephants home once again. The breakthrough finally arrives in 2026 Despite those disappointments, Ivory Coast achieved a unique record before 2026. The national team had won at least one match in every World Cup tournament it had qualified for, showing consistent competitiveness even without progressing further. The 2026 World Cup changed everything for Ivory Coast. Under coach Emerse Fae, the national team finally achieved the milestone that previous generations could not reach. Ivory Coast advanced beyond the group stage for the first time in its history, reaching the Round of 32. The achievement ended a long wait for the Elephants, who had previously been unable to escape the first phase of the tournament. TournamentGroup Stage OpponentsRecord (W-D-L)Final Result2006 GermanyArgentina, Netherlands, Serbia and Montenegro1–0–2Group Stage2010 South AfricaBrazil, Portugal, North Korea1–1–1Group Stage2014 BrazilColombia, Greece, Japan1–0–2Group Stage2026 United States / Canada / MexicoEcuador, Germany, Curacao2–0–1Round of 32 (Ongoing) The national team qualified after finishing second in Group E behind Germany. Ivory Coast collected six points thanks to victories over Ecuador and Curacao, while their only defeat came in a narrow 2-1 loss against Germany. The campaign showed the balance that Fae has built. Ivory Coast remained defensively strong while relying on talented attackers to create moments in transition. Wilfried Bony of the Ivory Coast (C) celebrates scoring his team’s first goal with Yaya Toure (L) and Gervinho during the 2014 FIFA World Cup Ivory Coast’s best-ever World Cup finish Before 2026, Ivory Coast’s best World Cup results were all group-stage appearances. The golden generation featuring Drogba came close, but never managed to reach the knockout rounds. StatisticRecordAppearances4 (2006, 2010, 2014, 2026)Matches Played12 (through the 2026 group stage)Wins / Draws / Losses5 Wins / 1 Draw / 6 LossesGoals For / Goals Against17 Goals Scored / 16 Goals Conceded (through the 2026 group stage)Maiden World Cup GoalDidier Drogba (2006 vs. Argentina)Biggest World Cup Win3-0 vs.
With a 20-year span between their first and last World Cup goals, Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo are tied in an astonishing longevity record. While in the twilight of their careers, Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo have made a statement to the new generation of players by hitting the back of the net once again at the 2026 World Cup. Exactly 20 years after making their tournament debuts, the Argentine and Portuguese legends are neck-and-neck in an incredible longevity record. Back at Germany 2006, Ronaldo and Messi both scored their first World Cup goals and made an immediate impression on the global stage. Those early strikes laid the groundwork for an unmatched run of consistency that has lasted all the way to the current tournament. Messi first found the net on June 16, 2006, against Serbia and Montenegro, while Ronaldo did so the following day against Iran. Fast forward 20 years, and Messi scored a brace on June 22 against Austria, with Ronaldo replicating the feat by scoring twice against Uzbekistan on June 23. As tracked by statistician MisterChip, Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo are now tied for the longest span of time between a player’s first and most recent goal in World Cup history. Both icons sit at the top of the all-time list with an identical gap of 20 years and 11 days from their first tournament goal to their latest. Lionel Messi #10 of Argentina and Cristiano Ronaldo #7 of Portugal. Both Argentina and Portugal have already secured their spots in the Round of 32, meaning both players have the chance to extend this record in the knockout rounds. Whoever manages to go further in the bracket and score again will claim sole possession of the historic mark. Messi and Ronaldo sitting alone at the top While they are no longer the youngest scorers on the pitch, both legends have redefined longevity by becoming the first players to step onto the field in six different editions of the tournament. This remarkable durability is exactly what allowed them to climb to the absolute top of the historical list. The all-time longevity scoring ranking stands as follows: RankPlayerFirst goalLast goalDistance between dates1Lionel Messi06/16/200606/22/202620 years and 11 days1Cristiano Ronaldo06/17/200606/23/202620 years and 11 days3Miroslav Klose06/01/200207/08/201412 years and 40 days4Michael Laudrup06/08/198606/24/199812 years and 19 days5Ivica Olic06/08/200206/18/201412 years and 13 days
Stepping up when it matters most, Cristiano Ronaldo struck against Uzbekistan in a tense Group K showdown, cementing a historic World Cup scoring streak that even Messi cannot equal. Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi have spent nearly two decades rewriting soccer history, but another chapter was added during Portugal’s 2026 World Cup campaign. Stepping up when it matters most, Cristiano Ronaldo struck against Uzbekistan in a tense Group K showdown, cementing a historic World Cup scoring streak that even Messi cannot equal. Portugal entered the match under pressure after a frustrating 1-1 draw against DR Congo in the opening game. Uzbekistan arrived looking to recover from a 3-1 defeat against Colombia, but Ronaldo’s moment changed the atmosphere and gave Portugal the breakthrough it desperately needed. The goal also continued one of the most remarkable individual stories in World Cup history. At 41 years old and competing in his sixth tournament, the five-time Ballon d’Or winner once again showed why he remains one of the greatest goalscorers the sport has ever produced. Ronaldo makes history across six World Cups Ronaldo’s brace against Uzbekistan completed a unique achievement that separates him from many other legends of the game. The Portugal forward has now scored in every FIFA World Cup he has represented his country in, becoming the first player to find the net across six different editions of the tournament. Cristiano Ronaldo of Portugal gestures during the International Friendly match. His World Cup journey began in Germany in 2006, when he scored against Iran. Since then, he has continued to appear on the scoresheet in every tournament: World CupGoalsOpponent(s)2006 Germany1Iran (Penalty)2010 South Africa1North Korea2014 Brazil1Ghana2018 Russia4Hat-trick vs. Spain, 1 vs. Morocco2022 Qatar1Ghana (Penalty)2026 United States / Canada / Mexico2Uzbekistan Before the Uzbekistan match, Ronaldo had already become the first male player to score in five different World Cups. The latest goal pushed the record even further and added another historic achievement to an already legendary career. Why Messi can’t reach Ronaldo’s World Cup scoring record The rivalry between Ronaldo and Messi has always been built around historic comparisons, and the World Cup has been one of the biggest stages for their competition. While Messi has achieved incredible mil/estones, including winning the 2022 World Cup with Argentina, he does not hold the same record because he failed to score in one edition of the tournament. Lionel Messi of Argentina. The 38-year-old has played in six World Cups, but the 2010 tournament in South Africa remains the only exception where he did not score. His World Cup goals have come across the other five editions, including a brilliant 2022 campaign and goals during the 2026 tournament. World CupGoalsOpponent(s)2006 Germany1Serbia and Montenegro2010 South Africa0—2014 Brazil41 vs. Bosnia and Herzegovina, 1 vs. Iran, 2 vs. Nigeria2018 Russia1Nigeria2022 Qatar71 vs. Saudi Arabia (Penalty), 1 vs. Mexico, 1 vs. Australia, 1 vs. Netherlands (Penalty), 1 vs. Croatia (Penalty), 2 vs. France (One penalty)2026 United States / Canada / Mexico5Hat-trick vs. Algeria, 2 vs. Austria The comparison between the two icons remains fascinating. Ronaldo now has 10 World Cup goals across his career, while Messi leads the all-time active player scoring charts with a higher total. However, Ronaldo’s ability to score in every tournament he has entered creates a record of consistency that Messi cannot replicate.
Lamine Yamal's goal against Saudi Arabia has made him rank among the youngest goalscorers in World Cup history, breaking the marks of stars like Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe, and Cristiano Ronaldo. Lamine Yamal officially etched his name into the record books by scoring his first career goal for Spain at the 2026 World Cup. By finding the back of the net against Saudi Arabia, the 18-year-old phenom became the eighth-youngest goalscorer in tournament history, eclipsing the early-career milestones of legends like Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe, and Cristiano Ronaldo. The goal materialized from a smooth buildup sequence that showcased Spain’s typical possession-dominant style. Forward Mikel Oyarzabal found space along the left touchline and delivered a low cross to the back post, where an unmarked Yamal easily tapped it in. The 10th-minute strike opened the scoring and set the tone for Spain’s commanding 4-0 group-stage victory over the Saudis. At exactly 18 years and 343 days old, Yamal’s goal confirmed his recovery from a recent thigh injury and cemented his status as an international phenom. Yamal leaves Messi, Mbappe, and Ronaldo behind Lionel Messi previously held a nearly identical timeline, debuting and scoring for Argentina in the 2006 tournament during a 6-0 rout of Serbia and Montenegro. Messi found the net at 18 years and 357 days old, making him exactly 14 days older than Yamal’s new benchmark. Lionel Messi of Argentina celebrates scoring the 6th goal during the 2006 World Cup against Serbia & Montenegro. Yamal also easily surpassed Kylian Mbappe, who became France’s youngest World Cup scorer during the 2018 tournament in Russia by netting the winner against Peru. Mbappe was 19 years and 183 days old at the time, trailing the Spanish youngster’s pace by roughly six months. Of the modern superstars, Cristiano Ronaldo took the longest to score his first World Cup goal. The Portuguese forward converted a penalty kick against Iran in 2006 at 21 years and 132 days old, a full two years older than Yamal is now. Top youngest players to score in a World Cup Yamal has consistently broken age records over the last two seasons for Barcelona in La Liga and the Champions League, as well as for Spain at Euro 2024. However, despite his historic achievement on American soil, he does not claim the crown as the youngest World Cup scorer in his own country’s history. The all-time tournament record belongs to Brazilian legend Pele, who famously scored at the 1958 World Cup at just 17 years and 239 days old. Meanwhile, Spain‘s national record remains with Yamal’s Barcelona teammate Gavi, who scored against Costa Rica in 2022 at 18 years and 110 days old. RankPlayerAge when scoringWorld Cup1Pele17 years, 239 days19582Manuel Rosas18 years, 93 days19303Gavi18 years, 110 days20224Ibrahim Mbaye18 years, 143 days20265Michael Owen18 years, 190 days19986Nicolae Kovács18 years, 197 days19307Dmitri Sychev18 years, 231 days2002
Slovakia will square off with Montenegro in a 2026 international friendly. Here’s how fans in the United States can watch the matchup live. Here are all of the details of where you can watch Slovakia vs Montenegro on US television and via legal streaming: WHO Slovakia vs Montenegro WHAT International Friendly WHEN 12:30pm ET / 9:30am PT • Thursday, June 5, 2026 WHERE Fubo, Tubi, Amazon Prime Video and ViX STREAM WATCH NOW Match Overview After disappointing World Cup qualifying campaigns, Montenegro and Slovakia meet in a matchup featuring two teams eager to regain momentum. Montenegro entered the last cycle with hopes of challenging for second place in its group but fell well short of expectations, finishing behind even the Faroe Islands and leaving plenty of work ahead. Slovakia also saw its World Cup hopes fade after an encouraging opening victory over Germany, eventually falling in the playoffs. With both nations aiming to rebuild and strengthen their path back to the global stage, this contest offers a valuable opportunity to measure progress and fine-tune their squads for the challenges ahead. More details on how to watch With Fubo, you can watch Slovakia vs Montenegro and tons more games. With the legal streaming service, you can watch the game on your computer, smartphone, tablet, Roku, Apple TV or hook it up to your TV with Google Chromecast. Now with Fubo, you can stream USA Network, ESPN, ESPN2, CBS, CBS Sports Network, FS1, FS2, beIN SPORTS, beIN SPORTS en Español, beIN SPORTS Connect, beIN SPORTS XTRA, NBC, CNBC, USA, FOX, FOX Soccer Plus, FOX Deportes, Telemundo, Universo and Galavision. Plus Fubo, the legal streaming service, also streams Liga MX, World Cup, Women’s World Cup, MLS, UEFA Champions League (in Spanish), Europa League (in Spanish), Primeira Liga, Ligue Un, World Cup qualifiers, NWSL, select USMNT games, select USWNT games, select Mexico games, select England games and more. The Fubo app is available for Windows PC, Mac, Apple iPhones, Android phones, Amazon Fire TV, Android Mobile, Android TV, Apple TV, Chromecast, Hisense TVs, iOS devices, LG TVs, Samsung Smart TVs, Vizio Smartcast TVs and Xbox One. If you’re planning to follow more games on this platform, you can check out the full Fubo soccer schedule to stay up to date with upcoming matches available via the service. How to watch anywhere with VPN If you’re abroad, you may need to use a virtual private network (VPN) in order to watch games using your usual streaming service. A VPN, such as NordVPN, allows you to establish a secure connection online when streaming. If you are not sure which VPN to use, check out World Soccer Talk’s guide to the best VPNs for streaming soccer.
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