Antonio Díaz (footballer, born 1969) facts for kids
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Full name | Antonio Díaz Jurado | ||
| Date of birth | 4 August 1969 | ||
| Place of birth | Madrid, Spain | ||
| Date of death | 27 April 2013 (aged 43) | ||
| Height | 1.80 m | ||
| Playing position | Midfielder | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps† | (Gls)† |
| 1989–1990 | Real Madrid B | 0 | (0) |
| 1990–1992 | Valdepeñas | 65 | (7) |
| 1992–1993 | Getafe | 32 | (3) |
| 1993–1995 | Salamanca | 61 | (4) |
| 1995–1996 | Osasuna | 33 | (3) |
| 1996–1999 | Villarreal | 92 | (11) |
| 1999–2001 | Compostela | 59 | (4) |
| 2001–2002 | Granada | 34 | (2) |
| 2002–2003 | Águilas | ||
| 2003–2004 | Vinaròs | ||
| 2004–2005 | CF Benlloch | ||
| Total | 376 | (34) | |
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Antonio Díaz Jurado (born August 4, 1969 – died April 27, 2013) was a Spanish professional footballer. He was known for playing as a midfielder, a position in the middle of the field that helps both attack and defense. Díaz played for several teams during his career, showing great skill and dedication to the sport.
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Playing Career: Antonio Díaz's Journey in Football
Antonio Díaz was born in Madrid, the capital city of Spain. His football journey began when he joined the youth team of Real Madrid Castilla. This team is like a training ground for young players hoping to play for the famous Real Madrid senior team.
Early Professional Steps in Spain
In 1992, Díaz moved to Getafe CF, another club located near Madrid. He officially started his professional career in the 1994–95 season. During this time, he played a big part in helping his team, UD Salamanca, get promoted to La Liga. La Liga is the highest and most important football league in Spain, where the best teams compete.
Playing in Spain's Top Leagues
Antonio Díaz also played for other well-known Spanish clubs. These included CA Osasuna, Villarreal CF, and SD Compostela. He played for these teams in the Segunda División, which is the second-highest football league in Spain.
He even played in La Liga, the top league, with Villarreal CF during the 1998–99 season. His first game in La Liga was on August 31, 1998. It was a big moment for him, even though his team lost to Real Madrid.
Retirement and Later Years
Díaz retired from playing football in June 2005, when he was almost 36 years old. Before retiring, he played for some teams in the lower leagues, like Granada CF in the Segunda División B during the 2001–02 season.
After he stopped playing, Antonio Díaz returned to Villarreal CF. This time, he worked as a manager for their youth teams. This meant he helped train and guide young, upcoming footballers, sharing his experience and knowledge. Antonio Díaz passed away on April 27, 2013, at the age of 43.
Honours
- Segunda División B: 1993–94
