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Víctor Pablo Rodríguez Andrade (2 May 1927 – 19 May 1985) was an Uruguayan footballer. He was the left halfback of the Uruguay national team that won the 1950 World Cup tournament, after defeating Brazil in the decisive match. He was the nephew of another Uruguayan international player, José Leandro Andrade, who was also a World Cup winner, having played for the Uruguay squad that won the first ever edition in 1930. Rodríguez Andrade also played at the 1954 World Cup and won the 1956 South American Championship with Uruguay, and at the club level, he won two Uruguayan First Division titles with C.A. Peñarol. He is regarded as one of the finest midfielders ever.

Quick facts about Víctor Rodríguez Andrade

  • Full name: Víctor Rodríguez Andrade
  • Born: 1927-05-02
  • Nationality: Uruguay
  • Known as: Athlete
  • Wikidata ID: Q721958

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Who is Víctor Rodríguez Andrade?

Víctor Pablo Rodríguez Andrade (2 May 1927 – 19 May 1985) was an Uruguayan footballer.

What nationality is Víctor Rodríguez Andrade?

Víctor Rodríguez Andrade is Uruguay.

When was Víctor Rodríguez Andrade born?

Víctor Rodríguez Andrade was born on 1927-05-02.

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