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Xanin Dorronsoro

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Juan Dorronsoro Landá (2 November 1937 – 9 August 1960), known popularly as Xanín, was a Spanish-Basque footballer who played as a forward for Real Betis.[1]

Career

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Xanín began playing football with Basque side SD Eibar. He would also play for CE Sabadell FC,[2] before making 14 La Liga appearances with Real Betis.

Personal

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Xanín died from leukemia at age 22.[3]

References

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  1. ^ Xanin Dorronsoro at BDFutbol
  2. ^ "Misa por el alma del que fue jugador sabadellense Xanín" (in Spanish). La Vanguardia Espanola. 24 September 1960.
  3. ^ "¡Ha muerte Xanin!" (in Spanish). Mundo Deportivo. 10 August 1960.