Luis Arconada
Spanish football goalkeeper
Born
June 26th, 1954
71 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Spain
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A celebrated football goalkeeper, contributed significantly to the Spanish national team and played for Real Sociedad. Achieved notable success in the 1980s, helping the club win the Copa del Rey twice. Competed in the 1984 European Championship, reaching the final, and represented Spain in the 1986 FIFA World Cup.
Won Copa del Rey with Real Sociedad in 1980 and 1987
Played in the 1984 UEFA European Championship final
Represented Spain in the 1986 FIFA World Cup
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