Pedro Rocha facts for kids
Rocha c. 1966
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| Personal information | |||
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| Full name | Pedro Virgilio Rocha Franchetti | ||
| Date of birth | 3 December 1942 | ||
| Place of birth | Salto, Uruguay | ||
| Date of death | 2 December 2013 (aged 70) | ||
| Place of death | São Paulo, Brazil | ||
| Playing position | Midfielder (retired) | ||
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| Years | Team | Apps† | (Gls)† |
| 1959-1969 1970-1977 1978 1979 |
Peñarol São Paulo Coritiba Palmeiras |
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| 1961-1974 | Uruguay | ||
| Teams managed | |||
| 1988-1989 1997 |
Sporting Portugal Kyoto Purple Sanga |
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Pedro Rocha was a famous football player from Uruguay. He was born on December 3, 1942, and sadly passed away on December 2, 2013. He was known for being a talented Midfielder and played for many important teams during his career. He also proudly represented his home country, Uruguay, in international matches.
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A Star on the Field
Pedro Rocha started his professional football journey in 1959. He played for several big clubs, showing off his amazing skills. His career lasted for many years, making him a true legend in the sport.
Playing for Peñarol
From 1959 to 1969, Pedro Rocha played for Peñarol, a very famous club in Uruguay. During his time there, he helped the team win many important games and championships. He was a key player, scoring goals and helping his teammates.
Time with São Paulo
Later, from 1970 to 1977, Pedro Rocha moved to Brazil to play for São Paulo. This was another big part of his career. He continued to show his talent and leadership on the field. He played many matches for São Paulo, becoming a favorite among fans.
Other Clubs
After his time with São Paulo, Pedro Rocha also played for other Brazilian clubs. In 1978, he joined Coritiba. Then, in 1979, he played for Palmeiras. He always gave his best, no matter which team he was playing for.
Representing Uruguay
Pedro Rocha was also a very important player for the Uruguay national team. He played for his country from 1961 to 1974. This means he was part of the national team for over a decade!
World Cup Appearances
He had the honor of playing in four different World Cups for Uruguay. These were the World Cups in 1962, 1966, 1970, and 1974. Playing in so many World Cups shows how important and consistent he was as a player for his country. He played a total of 52 matches for Uruguay, scoring 17 goals.
Life After Playing
After he stopped playing football, Pedro Rocha also worked as a manager for some teams. He managed Sporting Portugal from 1988 to 1989. Later, in 1997, he managed Kyoto Purple Sanga in Japan.
His Legacy
Pedro Rocha passed away on December 2, 2013, in São Paulo, Brazil. He was almost 71 years old. He is remembered as one of Uruguay's greatest football players. His skills, dedication, and long career left a lasting mark on the sport. He will always be remembered for his amazing contributions to football.
