Teodoro Fernández
Peruvian footballer and top goal scorer
Born
Died
1996
30 years ago — 83 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Peru
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Played as a forward in professional football. Primarily represented Alianza Lima during the 1930s and 1940s. Achieved success in the Peruvian league, becoming one of its all-time leading scorers. Represented Peru in international competitions, including the Copa América, contributing significantly to the team's performance.
Top scorer of the Peruvian Primera División
Represented Peru in the Copa América
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