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Juan Joya

Peruvian footballer (1934-2007) · Peru · On the map · Footballers · Died at 73

Juan Joya Cordero was a Peruvian association football player, recognized as one of Peru's most important strikers. He was a historic forward of the Club Atlético Peñarol of Uruguay in the 1960s, one of the best South American teams of the twentieth century.

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ClubYearsMatchesGoals
Club Juan Aurich1970208
Uruguay196510
Uruguay1962-196593
Club Atlético Peñarol1961-196913256
Club Atlético River Plate1960216
Peru1956-195993
Club Alianza Lima1954-19597037

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During his time with Club Atlético Peñarol, he won 6 Uruguayan league championships, two Copa Libertadores, two Intercontinental Cups, and one Intercontinental Champions' Supercup. He was considered one of the best wingers in the world in the 1960s, and remains one of the most famous Peruvian footballers of all time.

Country
Peru
Category
Footballers
Type
Football / Soccer Player
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1934 to 2007 · aged 73