Hugo Tocalli

Argentine football coach and player

Hugo Tocalli - Argentine football coach and player
Born

January 21st, 1948
77 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Argentina

Links & References

Started playing football with Club Atlético Huracán before joining the senior team. Also played for Club Atlético River Plate. Transitioned into coaching, notably leading the Argentina U20 team to victory in the 2005 FIFA U-20 World Cup. Serviced as an assistant coach with various clubs, contributing to player development and team strategy.

Coached Argentina U20 to 2005 FIFA U-20 World Cup

Played for River Plate and Huracán

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