Antonio Valentín Angelillo
Argentine footballer and manager
Born
September 5th, 1937
87 years ago
Died
2018
7 years ago — 81 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Argentina
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Played professional football as a forward, primarily with Boca Juniors and Inter Milan. Contributed to Boca Juniors' victories in multiple Argentine championships. Played a significant role in securing the Serie A title with Inter Milan during the 1962–63 season. Later transitioned to coaching, managing various clubs including Huracán and Independiente.
Won Argentine league titles with Boca Juniors
Secured Serie A title with Inter Milan in 1963
Managed clubs such as Huracán and Independiente
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