About Gregorio Amestoy
Lived 1916 – 1972 (aged 56). Gregorio Amestoy was a Spanish association football player.
Gregorio Ameztoy Querejeta (15 May 1916 - 24 October 1972) was a Filipino professional footballer who played as a midfielder for Gimnàstic de Tarragona in Spain.
Early life
Ameztoy was born in 1916 in La Carlota, Philippines, to Basque Spanish parents from Zestoa, Spain.
Ameztoy attended the Colegio Nuestra Señora del Buen Consejo en Lecároz.
Career
Ameztoy debuted for Spanish side Zaragoza at the age of seventeen. He became the first Filipino footballer to play in the Spanish La Liga. Altogether, he made over 90 appearances in the Spanish La Liga.
Style of play
Ameztoy mainly operated as a midfielder and was known for his in-game intelligence, ability to use his right foot, and technical ability.
Personal life
Ameztoy had two sisters and two brothers.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Gregorio Amestoy?
association football (soccer) player (1916-1972)
When was Gregorio Amestoy born?
Gregorio Amestoy was born on 15 May 1916 in La Carlota.
When did Gregorio Amestoy die?
Gregorio Amestoy died on 24 October 1972.
What was Gregorio Amestoy's occupation?
Gregorio Amestoy was an association football player.
What nationality was Gregorio Amestoy?
Gregorio Amestoy was Spanish.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Gregorio Amestoy. https://biography.guide/gregorio-amestoy/
MLA: "Gregorio Amestoy." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/gregorio-amestoy/.
Chicago: "Gregorio Amestoy." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/gregorio-amestoy/.
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