Maximiliano Meza (footballer, born 1992)
A versatile and tenacious winger whose crucial goals for Argentina in the 2018 World Cup propelled them into the knockout stages.
Born 1992 (age 34)·Argentine footballer·Birthday: December 15·Millennials
Biography
Born in the small town of General Gutiérrez, Mendoza, Maximiliano Meza's path to the top was one of steady, unglamorous ascent. He spent his formative years at Club Atlético Independiente, developing a reputation as a hard-working, tactically intelligent wide player capable of playing on either flank. His breakthrough came not with a torrent of goals, but with a series of mature, consistent performances that caught the eye of national team coach Jorge Sampaoli. Meza's career-defining moment arrived on the world's biggest stage in Russia, where he started multiple matches for Argentina, embodying the team's gritty determination. After a stint in Mexico with Monterrey, he returned to Argentina to join the storied River Plate, where his experience and adaptability have made him a valuable asset in domestic and continental competitions.
Millennials
1981–1996
The first digital natives. Grew up with the internet, came of age during 9/11 and the 2008 crash. Highly educated, deeply indebted, slower to marry and buy houses. Redefined work, identity, and what it means to be an adult.
Maximiliano was born in 1992, placing them squarely in the Millennials. The events that shaped this generation — the internet revolution, 9/11, and the 2008 financial crisis — shaped the world they entered and the choices available to them.
#1 When Maximiliano Was Born
The biggest hits of 1992
#1 Movie
Aladdin
Best Picture
Unforgiven
#1 TV Show
60 Minutes
Maximiliano's Life & Times
The world at every milestone
1992Born
LA riots after Rodney King verdict
Gas: $1.13/galHome: $84,300Min wage: $4.25/hrPresident: George H.W. Bush"End of the Road" — Boyz II MenBest Picture: Unforgiven
1997Started school
Princess Diana dies in Paris car crash; Harry Potter published
Gas: $1.23/galHome: $104,100Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"Candle in the Wind 1997" — Elton JohnBest Picture: Titanic
2005Became a teenager
Hurricane Katrina devastates New Orleans; YouTube launches
Gas: $2.30/galHome: $167,500Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"We Belong Together" — Mariah CareyBest Picture: Crash
2008Could drive
Barack Obama elected first Black US president; financial crisis
Gas: $3.27/galHome: $153,100Min wage: $6.55/hrPresident: George W. Bush"Low" — Flo RidaBest Picture: Slumdog Millionaire
2010Could vote
Deepwater Horizon oil spill; iPad launched
Gas: $2.79/galHome: $147,800Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Tik Tok" — KeshaBest Picture: The King's Speech
2013Turned 21
Edward Snowden reveals NSA surveillance programs
Gas: $3.53/galHome: $152,800Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Thrift Shop" — Macklemore & Ryan LewisBest Picture: 12 Years a Slave
2022Turned 30
Russia invades Ukraine; Queen Elizabeth II dies
Gas: $3.97/galHome: $348,700Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Joe Biden"As It Was" — Harry StylesBest Picture: Everything Everywhere All at Once
2026Age 34 today
Gas: $3.91/galPresident: Donald Trump
Key Achievements
- Started three matches for the Argentine national team during their 2018 FIFA World Cup campaign in Russia.
- Won the 2017 Copa Sudamericana with Club Atlético Independiente, starting in the second leg of the final.
- Scored his first international goal in a friendly against Guatemala in 2018.
- Lifted the Liga MX title with CF Monterrey in the 2019 Apertura season.
Did You Know?
He made his professional debut for Club Huracán de Las Heras in the Argentine regional leagues before moving to top-flight football.
His full name, Maximiliano Eduardo Meza, is often shortened to 'Maxi Meza' by fans and commentators.
He was unexpectedly called up to Argentina's 2018 World Cup squad after initially being named on the standby list.
“I come from a small town; my focus is always on the work, not the noise.”
