Nahuel Arrarte (born 26 November 1980) is an Argentine football manager and former player who played as a midfielder. He is the assistant coach of Western Sydney Wanderers.[2][3] He is also a naturalised citizen of Australia.[4]
Early life
Arrarte was born in 1980 in Adrogué, Argentina to a Uruguayan father (from Salto) and an Argentine mother (from Ituzaingó, Buenos Aires),[1] and moved to Australia with his family at the age of eight.[5]
Club career
In 2003, Arrarte signed for Australian side Wollongong Wolves after playing for Australian side Sydney United, where he made over 100 league appearances and was regarded as an experienced National Soccer League player.[6] In 2004, he signed for Malaysian side Johor.[7] After that, he signed for Australian side Marconi Stallions, where he was described as the "cornerstone of the Marconi side over several years".[8] In 2010, he signed for Fijian side Lautoka, becoming the first Argentine player to play in Fiji, and played in the OFC Champions League.[9] In 2013, he retired from professional football.[10]
Style of play
Arrarte could operate as a midfielder or defender and was known for his strength.[11] He was also known for his dribbling ability and shooting ability.[12]
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