Matías Benítez was born in 1988 and is one of the so called "veterans" of the Uruguayan team.
The experienced prop began his rugby journey in 2008 after making 4 appearances for Uruguay U20.
Benítez signed for Súper Liga Americana de Rugby side Peñarol ahead of the 2021 Súper Liga Americana de Rugby season
In the 21/22 international season Benítez played 7 matches for his national team.
In the 22/23 Súper Liga Americana de Rugby, Benítez played 10 games for Peñarol starting 7 of them and scoring 1 try.
Ahead of the Rugby World Cup 2023, Benitez has been named in the squad for Uruguay.
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Career
Uruguay Tighthead Prop |
2017 - present | |
Penarol Rugby Loosehead Prop |
2022 - 2024 |