Ernesto Álvarez (footballer, born 1948)

Ernesto Juan Álvarez (1 October 1948 - August 2019) was an Argentine footballer who played as a midfielder.

Early life

Álvarez was born in 1948 in Gualeguaychú, Argentina.^[1]

Playing career

Álvarez was nicknamed "Cachirulo" and "Cococho" during his playing career.^[2] He was regarded as one of the most important players for Colombian side Deportivo Cali during the late 1970s to early 1980s, making 226 league appearances.^[3]

Style of play

Álvarez mainly operated as a midfielder and was known for his ability to score goals directly from corner kicks ("Olímpicos, "Olympic goals").^[4]

Managerial career

AFter retiring from professional football, Álvarez worked as a youth manager.^[5]

References

^ "Álvarez, pero su zurda seguirá siendo inmortal". ellitoral.com.
^ "Ernesto Álvarez, "Rey de los goles olímpicos"". r2820.com.
^ "Álvarez, una leyenda inmortal en los corazones de los hinchas del Cali". elpais.com.co.
^ "Álvarez: el rey de los goles olímpicos en el fútbol colombiano y en el mundo". colombia.com.
^ "Ernesto Álvarez - El Colombiano article".

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[1] "Álvarez, pero su zurda seguirá siendo inmortal". ellitoral.com.

[2] "Ernesto Álvarez, "Rey de los goles olímpicos"". r2820.com.

[3] "Álvarez, una leyenda inmortal en los corazones de los hinchas del Cali". elpais.com.co.

[4] "Álvarez: el rey de los goles olímpicos en el fútbol colombiano y en el mundo". colombia.com.

[5] "Ernesto Álvarez - El Colombiano article".

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