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Paulo Dybala

Paulo Exequiel Dybala is an Argentine professional footballer who plays as a forward for Roma and the Argentina national team.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Paulo Exequiel Dybala is an Argentine professional footballer who plays as a forward for Roma and the Argentina national team. Nicknamed "La Joya" (“The Jewel”), he has won major club honours in Italy and was part of Argentina’s 2022 FIFA World Cup-winning squad. Dybala is widely regarded for his technical skill and goal-scoring ability.

Early life and club career

Dybala began his professional career in Argentina with Instituto before moving to Europe. He played for Palermo and then Juventus, where he won multiple Serie A, Coppa Italia, and Supercoppa Italiana titles. In July 2022, he signed with Roma, continuing his career in Serie A.

International career

Dybala made his senior debut for Argentina in 2015. He has represented the country at major tournaments, including the 2018 FIFA World Cup, the 2019 Copa América, and was a member of the squad that won the 2022 FIFA World Cup.

Honours

Dybala won several domestic titles with Juventus, including multiple Serie A championships, Coppa Italia trophies, and Supercoppa Italiana titles. He was also part of Argentina’s 2022 World Cup-winning squad. He has been recognized as one of Serie A’s prominent attacking players.

Playing style

Dybala is usually deployed as a forward or attacking midfielder. Sources describe him as a technically gifted player with strong dribbling and finishing ability.

Key facts

  • Born on 15 November 1993 in Laguna Larga, Córdoba, Argentina.
  • Plays as a forward for Roma (Serie A) and the Argentina national team.
  • Known by the nickname "La Joya" and won the 2022 FIFA World Cup with Argentina.
  • Previously played for Instituto, Palermo, and Juventus, winning multiple domestic titles.
  • Dybala has relevance for Canadian audiences through international football coverage, especially Argentina’s World Cup run and the visibility of Serie A.
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Canadian context

Dybala has relevance for Canadian readers through international football coverage, especially Argentina’s 2022 World Cup run and the global visibility of Serie A and UEFA competitions followed in Canada.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Paulo Dybala?
Paulo Dybala is an Argentine professional footballer who plays as a forward for Roma and the Argentina national team.
How old is Paulo Dybala?
He was born on 15 November 1993, which makes him 32 years old.
What team does Dybala play for?
He plays for Roma in Italy’s Serie A.
Dybala transfer news
The provided sources show that Dybala signed for Roma in July 2022 and had a contract listed through June 2025, but they do not provide verified current transfer-news updates beyond that.
Dybala net worth
A cited sports biography lists his net worth at about $40 million, but this figure is not officially confirmed by the club or player.
Dybala girlfriend
The provided sources do not give a verified, up-to-date personal relationship status.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paulo_Dybala
    Supports: Birth date, nationality, current club, national team, nickname, and major international tournament participation.
  2. ESPN — https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/164839/paulo-dybala
    Supports: Birthdate, club, position, and current player profile information.
  3. Transfermarkt — https://www.transfermarkt.us/paulo-dybala/profil/spieler/206050
    Supports: Roma registration details, position, contract information, and release clause listing.
  4. Sportskeeda — https://www.sportskeeda.com/player/paulo-dybala
    Supports: Biographical details and reported net worth figure.