Celestino Martínez (footballer) facts for kids
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Celestino in 1936
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| Personal information | |||
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| Date of birth | 7 May 1914 | ||
| Playing position | Defender | ||
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| Years | Team | Apps† | (Gls)† |
| 1937–1943 | Argentina | 13 | (0) |
| † Appearances (Goals). | |||
Celestino Martínez was a talented Argentine footballer. He was born on May 7, 1914. Celestino played as a defender, helping to protect his team's goal. He was a key player for the Argentina national football team.
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Celestino Martínez: A Football Star
Celestino Martínez was a famous footballer from Argentina. He was born on May 7, 1914. He played in a position called "defender." A defender's job is to stop the other team from scoring goals. They are like the protectors of their team's net.
Celestino was known for his skills on the field. He played for many years. He was a very important player for his teams.
Playing for Argentina
Celestino Martínez also played for his country. He was part of the Argentina national football team. This is the team that represents Argentina in international matches. It's a big honor to play for your country.
He played in 13 matches for Argentina. These games took place between 1937 and 1943. He helped his team compete against other countries.
The 1937 South American Championship
One of the most important events Celestino was part of was the 1937 South American Championship. This was a major football tournament. It brought together the best teams from South America.
Being chosen for this squad showed how good Celestino was. It meant he was one of the top players in Argentina. He helped his team try to win the championship.
See also
In Spanish: Celestino Martínez para niños
