Pedro Rocha

Uruguayan footballer and manager

Pedro Rocha - Uruguayan footballer and manager
Born

December 3rd, 1942
82 years ago

Died

2013
12 years ago — 71 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Uruguay

Links & References

Pedro Rocha played as a midfielder for several clubs, most notably for the Uruguayan club Peñarol and the Brazilian club São Paulo. During his career, he contributed to Peñarol's success in winning the Uruguayan Primera División multiple times. Additionally, he played for the national team and was part of the squad that won the Copa América in 1967. After retiring as a player, he transitioned into management, taking roles in various clubs, including Peñarol.

Won Copa América with Uruguay in 1967

Played for São Paulo FC

Won multiple Uruguayan Primera División titles with Peñarol

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