Roberto Fernández is a Paraguayan goalkeeper who plays for Cerro Porteño. At 69, he remains part of Paraguay's wider 2026 picture because he brings shot-stopping, command of the box, and calm distribution at both club and international level.
Roberto Fernández was born on 9 July 1954 in Paraguay. He plays in Paraguayan Primera División and has 30 senior caps for Paraguay.
Early Life and Background
Birthplace, family, and youth football journey
<Club Career
Early clubs and development
Fernández began his career, debuting professionally, at the age of 17 for Club River Plate of Paraguay.
His son, Gatito Fernández, is a professional goalkeeper who began his career at Cerro Porteño and also gained notoriety playing for Botafogo in Brazil.
Current club and recent form
He is currently with Cerro Porteño, where his role depends on team shape, competition for places, and how the staff wants to balance experience with specialist qualities. His place in the squad is tied to tactical usefulness rather than noise around him.
Roberto Fernández - Stats and Performance
Roberto Fernández's current season with Cerro Porteno shows 11 appearances, 66.7 goals, and 1 assists in Copa de Primera. For a goalkeeper, the appearance total matters far more than the attacking return, because selection and continuity tell the clearest story about his standing.
| Season | Club | Appearances | Goals | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Cerro Porteno | 11 | 66.7 | 1 |
The safest reading is that Cerro Porteno have trusted him regularly in Copa de Primera, and the 11 appearances are the strongest indicator of current value. The goal and assist return adds context, but role security and match rhythm matter more here.
International Career
Caps, goals, and major tournaments
He has 30 caps and 0 goals for Paraguay in currently tracked records.
| National Team | Caps | Goals | Tournament Involvement |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paraguay | 30 | 0 | Paraguay senior squad involvement |
Playing Style and Key Strengths
Position, role, and standout qualities
Roberto Fernández plays as a goalkeeper and is valued for shot-stopping, command of the box, and calm distribution.
Personal Info and Profile
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Full name | Roberto Fernández |
| Date of birth | 9 July 1954 |
| Age | 69 |
| Nationality | Paraguay |
| Height | 191 cm |
| Position | Goalkeeper |
| Preferred foot | yet to be confirmed |
| Current club | Cerro Porteño |
| Jersey number | 1 |
| Weekly salary | €4,500 gross (approx.) |
| Estimated net worth | €1.22 million (approx. estimate) |
Transfer News and Market Value
Current transfer records show Cerro Porteño as his club heading into 2026. Public market-value tracking is limited, so the best guide is still his current squad status and recent usage.
Salary and Net Worth
Approximate salary estimates place Roberto Fernández at about €4,500 gross (approx.) per week at Cerro Porteño. That works out to roughly €234,000 per year before bonuses.
Approximate net-worth estimates place him around €1.22 million.
FAQs
How old is Roberto Fernández and what is his nationality?
Roberto Fernández is 69 years old and he represents Paraguay.
Which club does Roberto Fernández play for now?
He currently plays for Cerro Porteño.
What position does Roberto Fernández play?
He plays as a goalkeeper.
Is Roberto Fernández part of Paraguay's national-team picture?
Yes. With 30 caps currently listed, he remains part of Paraguay's wider selection picture.
What is Roberto Fernández salary and market value?
Salary: €4,500 gross (approx.). Market value: Will be updated soon.