Alfredo Di Stéfano
Legendary football player and coach
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Died
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Argentina
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Argentinian-Spanish footballer and coach played a crucial role at Real Madrid, contributing to the club's dominance in European football during the 1950s. Renowned for exceptional versatility, Di Stéfano operated as a forward and influenced the game through skillful technique and strategy. He helped Madrid secure five consecutive European Cups from 1956 to 1960, cementing the team's legacy in the tournament's history. After retirement, transitioned into coaching, holding managerial positions for various clubs and national teams.
Won five consecutive European Cups with Real Madrid
Scored over 300 goals in official matches
Named Ballon d'Or winner in 1957
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