Rubén Galván facts for kids
Rubén Galván (#8) in 1975
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| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Full name | Rubén Galván | ||
| Date of birth | 7 April 1952 | ||
| Place of birth | Comandante Fontana, Argentina | ||
| Date of death | 14 March 2018 (aged 65) | ||
| Position(s) | Midfielder | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
| 1971–1980 | Independiente | 231 | (14) |
| 1980 | Estudiantes de La Plata | 21 | (0) |
| International career | |||
| 1974-1978 | Argentina | 3 | (0) |
| *Club domestic league appearances and goals | |||
Rubén Galván (born April 7, 1952 – died March 14, 2018) was a famous Argentine football player. He was a midfielder, which means he played in the middle of the field. His job was to help both the defense and the attack. Galván spent most of his career playing for a team called Club Atlético Independiente. He also played for the Argentine national team.
Who Was Rubén Galván?
Rubén Galván was born in Comandante Fontana, Argentina. From a young age, he showed great talent for football. He became known for his skill in the midfield. He was a very important player for his teams.
Playing for Independiente
Galván joined Club Atlético Independiente in 1971. He played there for almost ten years. During his time with Independiente, he played in 231 games. He scored 14 goals for the club. Independiente was a very successful team during this period. They won many important championships. Galván was a key part of their success.
Winning the World Cup
One of the biggest moments in Rubén Galván's career was in 1978. He was part of the Argentine national team. This team played in the 1978 FIFA World Cup. The World Cup is the biggest football tournament in the world. It happens every four years. In 1978, Argentina hosted the tournament. Galván and his teammates played very well. They won the World Cup on their home soil. This was a huge achievement for Argentina. It was also a dream come true for Galván.
His Later Life
After leaving Independiente, Galván played for Estudiantes de La Plata for a short time. He played 21 games for them. He then retired from professional football. Rubén Galván passed away on March 14, 2018. He was 65 years old. He is remembered as a hero of Argentine football. He was a true champion.
