Ennis Hayes

Ernesto "Ennis" Hayes (10 May 1896 – 6 February 1956) was an Argentine footballer who played as a forward. He played most of his career at Rosario Central, being also called for the Argentina national team.

Together with his brother Harry, he is considered one of the first club idols. His brother Harry was also a notable footballer for Rosario Central,

Club career

He began his club career with Rosario Central at the age of 16, in 1912. before returning to Rosario Central, where he remained until 1923, winning several titles. He had brief tenures on Gimnasia y Esgrima de Santa Fe and Tiro Federal before returning to Rosario Central, where he would retire in 1927.

International career Hayes earned 11 caps for the Argentina national team between 1915 and 1918, scoring four goals, and winning five friendly titles.

Playing style A skilled player, Hayes played as left insider, sometimes as right insider because of his ability with both legs. On the other hand, he had a conflictive character that brought him some problems. In 1917 Hayes was banned from playing in national competitions after punching a referee in a Copa de Honor MCBA match v Racing. Nevertheless, the punishment was revoked two years later, allowing him to return to competitions.

Honours Rosario Central

Copa de Competencia La Nación: 1913

Argentina Copa Premier Honor Uruguayo: 1915 Copa Círculo de la Prensa: 1916 Copa Lipton: 1916, 1918 Copa Newton: 1918 Copa Premier Honor Argentino: 1918