Ferenc Plattkó: Biography, Facts and Career
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Ferenc Plattkó (2 December 1898 – 2 September 1983), also known as Franz or Francisco (in Spain his mothers maiden name "Kopiletz" has been appended according to local customs) was a Hungarian footballer and manager. During the 1910s and 1920s he played as a goalkeeper for Vasas SC, WAC Vienna, KAFK Kula, MTK Hungária FC, FC Barcelona, and Recreativo de Huelva. He subsequently worked as a coach in Europe and South America, most notably with FC Barcelona, Colo-Colo, River Plate, Boca Juniors and Chile. Plattkó was an early FC Barcelona great and was a team-mate of Paulino Alcántara, Josep Samitier and Sagibarba. His bravery as a goalkeeper was immortalized by Rafael Alberti in the poem Oda A Platko. After retiring as a player he returned to the club as a coach on two occasions (1934–35, 1955–56). Plattkó played 6 matches for the Hungarian national team between 1917 and 1923.
Quick facts about Ferenc Plattkó
- Full name: Ferenc Plattkó
- Born: 1898-12-02
- Nationality: Hungary
- Known as: Athlete
- Wikidata ID: Q518756
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Who is Ferenc Plattkó?
Ferenc Plattkó (2 December 1898 – 2 September 1983), also known as Franz or Francisco (in Spain his mothers maiden name "Kopiletz" has been appended according to local customs) was a Hungarian footballer and manager.
What nationality is Ferenc Plattkó?
Ferenc Plattkó is Hungary.
When was Ferenc Plattkó born?
Ferenc Plattkó was born on 1898-12-02.
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