Rocco Ríos Novo

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Rocco Ríos Novo (born June 4, 2002) is a professional footballer who plays as a goalkeeper for Major League Soccer club Inter Miami. Born in the United States, he represents Argentina at international level.

Born in Los Angeles, California, Ríos Novo began his career with Argentine club Lanús. On 2 March 2021, Ríos was loaned to Atlanta United 2, the reserve side of Major League Soccer club Atlanta United. On 5 April 2021, he signed a short-term contract with Atlanta United’s first team before their CONCACAF Champions League match against Alajuelense.
Ríos Novo then made his professional debut for Atlanta United in the match against Alajuelense, coming on as a late first-half substitute for Brad Guzan, who was sent off with a red card.
On 21 April 2022, Ríos Novo was seen leaving Argentina via his Instagram story, hugging family members goodbye on a flight to Atlanta, as Atlanta United completed a deal to loan him back to the club after Brad Guzan tore his Achilles earlier that week.
After his time with Atlanta United 2, Ríos Novo signed with USL Championship club Phoenix Rising FC. He featured prominently during the team’s playoff campaign, which concluded with the…