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Juan Jairo Galeano
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Full name Juan Jairo Galeano Restrepo
Date of birth (1962-08-12) 12 August 1962 (age 62)
Place of birth Andes, Colombia
Playing position Striker
Senior career*
Years Team Apps (Gls)
1981–1991 Atlético Nacional
1991 Millonarios
1992 Envigado
1993 Independiente Medellín
1993 Deportivo Pereira
National team
1987–1989 Colombia 11 (1)
  • Senior club appearances and goals counted for the domestic league only.
† Appearances (Goals).

Juan Jairo Galeano Restrepo was born on August 12, 1962. He is a former professional football player from Colombia. He was known for playing as a striker, which means his main job was to score goals for his team.

Who is Juan Jairo Galeano?

Juan Jairo Galeano was a talented footballer who played for several top clubs in Colombia. He also represented his country on the international stage. His career spanned from the early 1980s into the 1990s.

Playing for Clubs

Galeano began his professional career in 1981. He played for some of Colombia's most famous football teams. His longest time was spent with Atlético Nacional. This club is one of the biggest and most successful in Colombia.

After leaving Atlético Nacional, he also played for other well-known teams. These included Millonarios, Envigado, Independiente Medellín, and Deportivo Pereira. Playing for different clubs shows his skill and how valued he was as a player.

Playing for His Country

Besides playing for clubs, Juan Jairo Galeano also played for the Colombian national team. This is a big honor for any footballer. He represented Colombia between 1987 and 1989.

During this time, he played in 11 international matches. He also scored one goal for his country. Playing for the national team means you are one of the best players from your country. You get to compete against teams from all over the world.

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