Juan Gómez González facts for kids
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| Personal information | |||
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| Full name | Juan Gómez González | ||
| Date of birth | 10 November 1954 | ||
| Place of birth | Fuengirola, Spain | ||
| Date of death | 2 April 1992 (aged 37) | ||
| Height | 1.69 m (5 ft 6+1⁄2 in) | ||
| Playing position | Striker (retired) | ||
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| Years | Team | Apps† | (Gls)† |
| 1972-1974 1973-1974 1974-1977 1977-1987 1987-1989 |
Atlético Madrid →Burgos (loan) Burgos Real Madrid Málaga |
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| 1976-1982 | Spain | ||
| Teams managed | |||
| 1991-1992 | Mérida | ||
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Juan Gómez González (born November 10, 1954), known to many as Juanito, was a famous Spanish football player. He was known for his incredible skill and passion on the field. Juanito played as a striker, scoring many goals for his teams. He is especially remembered for his time playing for Real Madrid, one of the biggest football clubs in the world. He also proudly represented his country, Spain, in international matches.
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Juanito: A Spanish Football Legend
Juanito started his football journey in his home country, Spain. He was born in Fuengirola, a town in southern Spain. He began his professional career with Atlético Madrid in 1972.
Early Career and Rise to Fame
After a short time at Atlético Madrid, Juanito was loaned to Burgos. He quickly showed his talent there. His amazing performances helped Burgos get promoted to La Liga, which is Spain's top football league. This success made him a well-known player.
Playing for Real Madrid
In 1977, Juanito joined Real Madrid, a dream for many young footballers. He spent 10 seasons with the club, from 1977 to 1987. During his time at Real Madrid, he became a true legend.
- He played in 284 league matches for Real Madrid.
- He scored 85 goals in the league for the club.
- Juanito helped Real Madrid win many important titles.
- They won La Liga five times while he was there.
- He also helped them win the Copa del Rey twice.
- Real Madrid also won the UEFA Cup two times with Juanito.
Juanito was known for his fighting spirit and never-give-up attitude. Fans loved his passion and how much he cared about winning. He even won the Pichichi Trophy in the 1983-84 season. This award is given to the top scorer in La Liga.
International Career with Spain
Juanito also played for the Spanish national team. He represented his country in 34 international matches. He scored 8 goals for Spain.
- He played in the 1978 FIFA World Cup in Argentina.
- He also represented Spain in the UEFA Euro 1980 tournament.
- Juanito was part of the Spanish squad for the 1982 FIFA World Cup, which was held in Spain.
Later Career and Legacy
After leaving Real Madrid, Juanito played for Málaga for two seasons. He continued to show his skill and dedication. After retiring as a player, he also tried his hand at managing football teams. He managed Mérida in 1991-1992.
Juanito passed away in 1992. He is still remembered as one of Real Madrid's most iconic players. His spirit and passion are celebrated by fans even today. The fans at Real Madrid's home stadium, the Santiago Bernabéu, often chant "Illa, Illa, Illa, Juanito Maravilla!" (Juanito the Marvel!) in his honor during matches.
See also
In Spanish: Juanito Gómez para niños
