About Jesus Munõz Crespo
Lived 1899 – 1979 (aged 80). Jesus Munõz Crespo was a Portuguese association football player.
Jesus Muñoz Crespo (11 September 1899 – 11 September 1979) was a Portuguese footballer who played as a forward.
Career Crespo arrived at Benfica in 1917, at the age of 18. He made his official debut in the first game of the 1917–18 edition of the Campeonato de Lisboa, on 16 December 1917.
Capable of playing either as inside forward or centre-forward, in a 2-3-5 formation, he was mainly used as inside forward and partnered with José Simões, while both supported players like Alberto Augusto, Tavares, or Mário Carvalho. On 16 December 1923, he received his only cap, in a 0-3 loss against Spain played on Avenida de la Reina Victoria, Sevilla.
Over the course of 12 seasons, he played more than 100 matches, a club record at that time, retiring at age 30, with his last match on 24 February 1929.
Honours Benfica Campeonato de Lisboa (2) Taça de Honra (2)
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Who was Jesus Munõz Crespo?
Portuguese footballer (1899-1979)
When was Jesus Munõz Crespo born?
Jesus Munõz Crespo was born on 11 September 1899 in Portugal.
When did Jesus Munõz Crespo die?
Jesus Munõz Crespo died on 11 September 1979.
What was Jesus Munõz Crespo's occupation?
Jesus Munõz Crespo was an association football player.
What nationality was Jesus Munõz Crespo?
Jesus Munõz Crespo was Portuguese.
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