About Iván Amaya
Born 1978. Iván Amaya is a Spanish association football player and association football coach.
International career Amaya was selected by Spain for their 2000 Summer Olympics squad. He helped the national team to win silver in Sydney but, in the decisive match against Cameroon, scored an own goal to make it 2–1 for the Europeans (eventually 2–2) and also missed his penalty shootout attempt, in an eventual loss.
Personal life Amaya's younger brother, Antonio, was also a footballer – and a centre-back. He also represented local club Rayo.
The pair came from a Romani family.
Honours Spain U23 Summer Olympic silver medal: 2000
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Who is Iván Amaya?
Spanish footballer
When was Iván Amaya born?
Iván Amaya was born on 3 September 1978 in San Cristóbal.
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Iván Amaya is an association football player and association football coach.
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Iván Amaya is Spanish.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Iván Amaya. https://biography.guide/ivan-amaya/
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