Abiel Osorio

Abiel Alessio Osorio is an Argentine professional footballer who plays for Defensa y Justicia.

Early and personal life

The nephew of former professional footballer, Aldo Osorio, he joined Velez Sarsfield aged 13 years-old. He has earned the nickname ‘El Tanque’ due to his physicality.

Career

In July 2021, he signed his first professional contract with Club Atlético Vélez Sarsfield, agreeing a two-year deal. The following season he made his first team debut, on 6 March 2022, in the Copa de la Liga Profesional against Estudiantes de La Plata. The next month he scored his first professional goal, on his first professional start, on 8 May 2022, in a 2–1 victory against Colón.
He later extended his contract with the club until the end of 2024.
Since February 2024, he has faced a complaint for sexual violation and has been separated by the club.

International career

In August 2023, he was called up to the Argentina national under-23 football team by coach Javier Mascherano.

Style of play

Osorio has been described as having the physical strength that makes him capable of winning duels. This, combined with his good ball retention makes him a difficult striker to mark and helps him to become a reference point for his side's attacking play.