About Olaf Heredia
Born 1957. Olaf Heredia is a Mexican association football player.
Carlos Olaf Heredia Orozco (born 19 October 1957) is a Mexican former professional football goalkeeper who played for Mexico in the 1986 FIFA World Cup. He also played for Tigres UANL and Santos Laguna.
Career Born in Apatzingán, Heredia was the fifth of seven children and devoted himself to football. He began playing football with UNAM Pumas and made his Mexican Primera División debut against Atlético Potosino in 1978. Heredia would play six seasons with Pumas, and won the 1980–81 Primera title with the club.
After leaving Pumas, Heredia had spells with Tigres UANL, Monarcas Morelia, Cruz Azul and Santos Laguna. Before he retired, he won a second Primera title with Santos in 1996. On 2012 he was appointed new Chivas GK coach.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is Olaf Heredia?
Mexican footballer
When was Olaf Heredia born?
Olaf Heredia was born on 19 October 1957 in Apatzingán de la Constitución.
What is Olaf Heredia's occupation?
Olaf Heredia is an association football player.
What nationality is Olaf Heredia?
Olaf Heredia is Mexican.
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