Manuel Velázquez facts for kids
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Velázquez in April 1973.
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| Personal information | |||
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| Full name | Manuel Velázquez Villaverde | ||
| Date of birth | 24 January 1943 | ||
| Place of birth | Madrid, Spain | ||
| Date of death | 15 January 2016 (aged 72) | ||
| Place of death | Madrid, Spain | ||
| Playing position | Midfielder | ||
| Youth career | |||
| 1958–1962 | Plus Ultra | ||
| 1962–1963 | Rayo Vallecano | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps† | (Gls)† |
| 1963–1965 | Málaga | 48 | (15) |
| 1965–1977 | Real Madrid | 301 | (48) |
| 1978 | Toronto Metros-Croatia | 16 | (1) |
| National team | |||
| 1967–1975 | Spain | 10 | (2) |
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Manuel Velázquez Villaverde (born January 24, 1943 – died January 15, 2016) was a talented Spanish footballer. He played mainly as a midfielder, helping his teams control the game from the middle of the field. Manuel is best known for his long career with Real Madrid, one of the world's biggest football clubs. He also played for the Spain national football team.
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Manuel Velázquez: A Football Star
Manuel Velázquez was born in Madrid, Spain. He started his football journey in youth teams. He joined Plus Ultra in 1958, which was Real Madrid's youth team. This was where he began to show his skills.
Early Career and Loan Spells
After playing for Plus Ultra, Manuel moved to Rayo Vallecano for a short time. This helped him gain more experience. Later, from 1963 to 1965, he played for Málaga. During his time at Málaga, he played in 48 games and scored 15 goals. This showed he was a promising player.
Shining at Real Madrid
In 1965, Manuel Velázquez joined Real Madrid, the club he would play for the longest. He spent 12 seasons with Real Madrid, from 1965 to 1977. He played in over 300 matches for the club and scored 48 goals.
Winning Trophies with Real Madrid
Manuel Velázquez was a key player during a very successful time for Real Madrid. He helped the team win many important trophies. One of his biggest achievements was winning the European Cup (now called the UEFA Champions League) in 1966. This is one of the most prestigious club competitions in football. He also helped Real Madrid win six La Liga titles, which is the top football league in Spain.
Playing for Spain
Manuel Velázquez also had the honor of representing his country. He played for the Spain national football team from 1967 to 1975. He played in 10 international matches for Spain and scored 2 goals. Playing for your country is a very special achievement for any footballer.
Later Career and Retirement
After his long and successful career with Real Madrid, Manuel Velázquez moved to North America. In 1978, he played for Toronto Metros-Croatia in the North American Soccer League. He played 16 games and scored 1 goal there before retiring from professional football.
His Legacy
Manuel Velázquez passed away on January 15, 2016, in Madrid, at the age of 72. He is remembered as a talented midfielder who played a big part in Real Madrid's history. His dedication and skill on the field made him a respected figure in Spanish football.
See also
In Spanish: Manuel Velázquez para niños
