Gonzalo de los Santos

Uruguayan footballer and manager

Gonzalo de los Santos - Uruguayan footballer and manager
Born

July 19th, 1976
49 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Uruguay

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Played as a midfielder, represented Uruguay at the international level and earned 24 caps. Played for clubs including Peñarol, Real Madrid, and Universidad de Chile. Transitioned to a managerial role after retirement, taking charge of various teams within South America.

Represented Uruguay in 2001 FIFA Confederations Cup

Played for Real Madrid from 1995 to 1997

Managed clubs in the Uruguayan and Chilean leagues

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