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Pablo Aniceto Dorado Gallinares (22 June 1908 in Montevideo – 18 November 1978) was a footballer who played for the Uruguay national team. He represented his country at the 1930 FIFA World Cup and is better known for being the first ever player to score in a World Cup final. In the final against Argentina, he scored the first goal of the match in the 12th minute, putting the hosts Uruguay in front by shooting the ball through the legs of Argentine goalkeeper Juan Botasso. Dorado played club football for C.A. Bella Vista in Uruguay and River Plate in Argentina (1931–1935).

Quick facts about Pablo Dorado

  • Full name: Pablo Dorado
  • Born: 1908-06-22
  • Nationality: Uruguay
  • Known as: Athlete
  • Wikidata ID: Q357405

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Who is Pablo Dorado?

Pablo Aniceto Dorado Gallinares (22 June 1908 in Montevideo – 18 November 1978) was a footballer who played for the Uruguay national team.

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Pablo Dorado is Uruguay.

When was Pablo Dorado born?

Pablo Dorado was born on 1908-06-22.

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