Which character does Michael Mando portray in Better Call Saul?

Michael Mando portrays Nacho Varga in Better Call Saul.

Nacho, whose full name is Ignacio Varga, is a smart and ambitious criminal associate who becomes involved with the Salamanca family and later with Gus Fring. Mando’s performance follows Nacho’s attempt to survive between rival drug organizations while protecting his father, Manuel.

Nacho is an original major character created for Better Call Saul rather than a character carried over from Breaking Bad. His storyline connects the show’s family drama to its cartel narrative. Viewers sometimes confuse Mando with Tony Dalton, who plays Lalo Salamanca, or with Raymond Cruz, who plays Tuco Salamanca. Mando received major award nominations for the role.