World Cup 2026 form
| Match | Min | Rating | G | A | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| vs Uzbekistan | — | — | 0 | 0 | |
| vs Congo DR | 32 | 7.5 | 0 | 1 | |
| vs Portugal | 14 | 6.9 | 0 | 0 |
Juan Fernando Quintero is the most romantically gifted Colombian midfielder of his generation — a left-footed creator whose relationship with River Plate has defined his career. His Copa Libertadores final goal in 2018 against Boca Juniors remains one of the competition's iconic moments. Despite detours to Porto, Shenzhen, and Racing Club, he always returns to the Monumental. At 33, his influence depends on physical availability — injuries and inconsistency have shadowed his brilliance — but when fit, his ability to unlock defences with disguised passes and set-piece delivery gives Colombia a dimension no other player in their squad can replicate.
Medellín, Colombia · 1993-01-18
Career
River Plate2017 – present
Racing Club2024
Shenzhen Ruby FC2021
FC Porto2013 – 2014
Atletico Nacional2012
Envigado2009 – 2011Frequently asked questions
How old is Juan Fernando Quintero?
Juan Fernando Quintero is 33 years old (born 1993-01-18).
What club does Juan Fernando Quintero play for?
Juan Fernando Quintero plays for River Plate and represents Colombia.
What position does Juan Fernando Quintero play?
Juan Fernando Quintero plays as a Midfielder, wearing #20.
How has Juan Fernando Quintero performed at the 2026 World Cup?
Juan Fernando Quintero has 3 appearances, 0 goals and 1 assist at an average rating of 7.2 at the 2026 World Cup.