Christian Álvarez is an American-Colombian center back known for his leadership and excellent communication skills in the defensive line. His versatility allows him to play comfortably on both the left and right sides, consistently demonstrating a clean build-up with the ball. He dominates in the air thanks to his technical quality and possesses a strong ability to read the game, intercept passes, and anticipate plays. Furthermore, his excellent timing in one-on-one situations makes him an expert at winning defensive duels.