Lautaro Acosta

• Full name: Lautaro Ezequiel Acosta
• Date of birth: March 14, 1988
• Place of birth: Santos Lugares, Buenos Aires Province, Argentina
• Nationality: Argentine
• Position: Winger / Forward (primarily left wing)
• Youth club: Lanús

Club career (highlights)

• Lanús (first spell): Broke into the first team at Club Atlético Lanús and emerged as a talented winger, helping the club in domestic competitions.
• Sevilla FC: Transferred to Sevilla in Spain (2007). Had limited impact and struggled for consistent playing time.
• Racing Club (loan): Returned to Argentina on loan spells (including Racing Club) where he regained form and match fitness.
• Lanús (return): Returned to Lanús permanently and became a key figure. Played a central role in Lanús’ successful period, including their first-ever Copa Sudamericana triumph in 2013 and strong domestic showings. He served as a long-time captain and fan favorite.

International career

• Represented Argentina at youth level, including the U-20s (part of the squad that won the 2007 South American U-20 Championship and participated at the 2007 FIFA U-20 World Cup).
• Earned senior call-ups and made appearances for the Argentina national team, though he was not a regular starter for the senior side.

Style of play

• Quick, direct winger with good dribbling and pace.
• Often played on the left flank, capable of cutting inside to shoot or creating chances for teammates.
• Known for work-rate, leadership, and strong connection with Lanús supporters.

Honors (selected)

• Copa Sudamericana: 2013 (with Lanús)
• Argentine Primera División: 2007 Apertura (with Lanús)
• Other domestic cups and youth international honors (including South American U-20 Championship 2007)

Notable: Acosta is widely regarded by Lanús fans as a club icon for his prolonged service, leadership and key contributions during Lanús’ most successful era.