About Walter Benítez
Born 1993. Walter Benítez is an Argentine and French association football player.
Walter Daniel Benítez (born 19 January 1993) is an Argentine professional footballer who plays as a goalkeeper for club Crystal Palace and the Argentina national team.
Club career Benítez started his career at Quilmes before joining Ligue 1 club Nice in summer 2016. He signed a four-year contract with Eredivisie club PSV in June 2022. During three seasons at the club, he won two league titles, two Johan Cruyff Shields and a KNVB Cup.
On 23 June 2025, Benítez reached an agreement to join Premier League side Crystal Palace, with the move set to be completed on 1 July. He made his debut in the EFL Cup against rivals Millwall on 16 September; after the match finished 1–1, he saved two penalties in the ensuing shootout to help Palace triumph 4–2.
International career In June 2023, Benítez received his first call-up the Argentine senior squad for two friendly matches against Australia and Indonesia.
He made his Albiceleste debut on 26 March 2024 in a friendly 3–1 win against Costa Rica.
Personal life Born in Argentina, Benítez is of Paraguayan descent through a grandfather.
Career statistics Club
Honours PSV Eredivisie: 2023–24, 2024–25 KNVB Cup: 2022–23 Johan Cruyff Shield: 2022, 2023
Crystal Palace FA Community Shield: 2025 UEFA Conference League: 2025–26
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Who is Walter Benítez?
Argentine association football player (born 1993)
When was Walter Benítez born?
Walter Benítez was born on 19 January 1993 in General San Martín, General José de San Martín.
What is Walter Benítez's occupation?
Walter Benítez is an association football player.
What nationality is Walter Benítez?
Walter Benítez is Argentine and French.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Walter Benítez (footballer)
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