Ismael Ortega (footballer)

Ismael Rolon Ortega (born 11 December 1994) is a footballer who plays as a defender for Monte Carlo. Born in Paraguay, he has been called up to represent Macau internationally.

Club career
In 2013, Ortega signed for Macau side Artilheiros. In 2014, he signed for Macau side CPK. In 2016, he signed for Macau side Cheng Fung. In 2017, he signed for Macau side Kei Lun. In 2018, he returned to Macau side CPK. In 2019, he signed for Macau side Benfica. In 2021, he returned to Macau side CPK. In 2023, he signed for Macau side Monte Carlo.

International career
Ortega has been called up to the Macau national football team. He is also eligible to represent Paraguay internationally, having been born in the country.

Style of play
Ortega operates as a defender. He has operated as a right-back. He has also operated as a central defender.

Personal life
Ortega has worked as the owner of a football academy in Macau. He is married to a Ukrainian woman and they have a daughter together.