Alberto Fouilloux facts for kids
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| Personal information | |||
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| Full name | Alberto Jorge Fouilloux Ahumada | ||
| Date of birth | November 22, 1940 | ||
| Place of birth | Santiago, Chile | ||
| Date of death | June 23, 2018 (aged 77) | ||
| Place of death | Santiago, Chile | ||
| Playing position | Midfielder/Striker | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps† | (Gls)† |
| 1957–1969 | Universidad Católica | ||
| 1970–1971 | Huachipato | ||
| 1972 | Unión Española | ||
| 1972–1974 | Lille | ||
| 1975 | Universidad Católica | ||
| National team | |||
| 1960–1972 | Chile | 70 | (12) |
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Alberto Jorge Fouilloux Ahumada (born November 22, 1940 – died June 23, 2018) was a famous Chilean football player. He played as a midfielder and a striker. Alberto Fouilloux was a key player for the Chile national team. He played in 70 games for his country. During these games, he scored 12 goals.
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Playing Career Highlights
Alberto Fouilloux had a long and successful career. He played for several important football clubs. He was known for his skill in the midfield and his ability to score goals.
Club Football Journey
Fouilloux spent most of his playing days in Chile. He started his career at Universidad Católica. He played there for many years, from 1957 to 1969. Later, he returned to the club in 1975.
He also played for other Chilean teams. These included Huachipato and Unión Española. For a short time, he even played in France. He joined Lille from 1972 to 1974. Playing in a different country helped him gain new experiences.
Representing Chile
Alberto Fouilloux was a very important player for his national team. He played for the Chile national team from 1960 to 1972. He proudly represented Chile in two FIFA World Cup tournaments.
FIFA World Cup Appearances
He played in the 1962 FIFA World Cup which was held in Chile. This was a special moment for him. He also played in the 1966 FIFA World Cup in England. Playing in the World Cup is a dream for many footballers.
Life After Playing
After he stopped playing football, Alberto Fouilloux became a coach. He used his experience to guide new players.
Becoming a Football Manager
He worked as a head coach for different teams. He managed Huachipato, one of his former clubs. He also coached Colo-Colo, another big team in Chile. As a manager, he helped shape the careers of many young players.
Later Years and Legacy
Alberto Fouilloux passed away on June 23, 2018. He was 77 years old. He died in Santiago, Chile, the city where he was born. He is remembered as a great Chilean footballer. His contributions to the sport are still celebrated.
See also
In Spanish: Alberto Fouilloux para niños
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Alberto Fouilloux, a Chilean football legend.
