Carlos Bilardo
Football manager; 1986 FIFA World Cup
Born
March 16th, 1938
87 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Argentina
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Born in 1938, a professional football player and later a manager. Played for Estudiantes de La Plata and won the Argentine Primera División. Transitioned to management, leading Estudiantes to victory in the Copa Libertadores. Managed the Argentina national team, winning the 1986 FIFA World Cup with players such as Diego Maradona. Advocated for innovative tactics in football and was influential in the careers of many players.
Won the 1986 FIFA World Cup as a manager
Led Estudiantes to win Copa Libertadores
Played for Estudiantes de La Plata
Managed the Argentina national team
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