Carlos Bianchi

Football manager and former player

Carlos Bianchi - Football manager and former player
Born

April 26th, 1949
75 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Argentina

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Born in Argentina, became a prominent football figure both as a player and manager. Played as a forward, beginning a professional career with All Boys before moving to the top Argentine club, Vélez Sarsfield. Transitioned into management, leading teams such as Vélez Sarsfield and Boca Juniors to multiple domestic and international titles. Achieved significant success in the Copa Libertadores, one of South America's premier club competitions.

Won three Copa Libertadores titles with Boca Juniors

Served two successful terms as Boca Juniors manager

Led Vélez Sarsfield to a national championship

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