Adolfo Pedernera

Football, Football player

1918 – 1995

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Who was Adolfo Pedernera?

Adolfo Alfredo Pedernera, born in Avellaneda, Argentina, was a football player and coach. Nicknamed "El Maestro", He is still considered by many to be one of the greatest Argentine players of all-time. He was elected the 12th best South american footballer of the 20th century in a poll by the IFFHS in 2000. Adolfo Pedernera usually played as an inside forward and was renowned for his technique and ability to create chances for others whilst also being a prominent goalscorer.

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Born
Nov 15, 1918
Avellaneda
Also known as
  • Адольфо Педернера
  • Педернера, Адольфо
Nationality
  • Argentina
Lived in
  • Avellaneda
Died
May 12, 1995
Buenos Aires

Submitted
on July 23, 2013

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