Charles Antenen facts for kids
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Charles "Kiki" Antenen was a famous Swiss footballer. He was born on November 3, 1929, in a town called La Chaux-de-Fonds in Switzerland. Kiki was known for being a powerful forward, which means he played at the front of the team, trying to score goals. He became a legend in Swiss football because of his amazing skills and many achievements.
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Kiki's Football Career
Kiki Antenen spent most of his football career playing for a team called FC La Chaux-de-Fonds. He was a very important player for them.
Winning Titles with La Chaux-de-Fonds
During his time with FC La Chaux-de-Fonds, Kiki helped his team win many important competitions.
- He won the Swiss Super League three times. This is the top football league in Switzerland, so winning it means his team was the best in the country!
- He also won the Swiss Cup an amazing six times. The Swiss Cup is a big knockout competition, similar to the FA Cup in England. Winning it so many times shows how dominant his team was.
A Short Time with Lausanne Sports
For one season, in 1952–1953, Kiki Antenen also played for another Swiss team called Lausanne Sports. Even though it was a short time, it was part of his journey as a professional footballer.
Playing for Switzerland
Kiki Antenen was not just a star for his club teams; he also played for the Switzerland national football team. This means he represented his country on the international stage, playing against teams from all over the world.
World Cup Appearances
He was chosen to be part of the Swiss squad for three different FIFA World Cup tournaments:
Playing in the World Cup is a huge honor for any footballer, and it shows that Kiki was considered one of the best players in Switzerland during his time.
Later Life
Charles "Kiki" Antenen passed away on May 20, 2000, in a place called Les Bayards, when he was 70 years old. He is remembered as one of Switzerland's greatest football players.
