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Pablo Dorado

1908 – 1978

Uruguayan footballer

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Lived 1908 – 1978 (aged 70). Pablo Dorado was an Uruguayan association football player.

Pablo Aniceto Dorado Gallinares (22 June 1908 in Montevideo – 18 November 1978) was a footballer who played for the Uruguay national team. He represented his country at the 1930 FIFA World Cup and is better known for being the first ever player to score in a World Cup final. In the final against Argentina, he scored the first goal of the match in the 12th minute, putting the hosts Uruguay in front by shooting the ball through the legs of Argentine goalkeeper Juan Botasso.

Dorado played club football for C.A. Bella Vista in Uruguay and River Plate in Argentina (1931–1935).

International goals Uruguay's goal tally first + # Date Venue Opponent Score Result Competition 1. 21 July 1930 Estadio Centenario, Montevideo, Uruguay 1–0 4–0 1930 FIFA World Cup 2. 30 July 1930 Estadio Centenario, Montevideo, Uruguay 1–0 4–2 1930 FIFA World Cup Final 3. 18 May 1932 Estadio Centenario, Montevideo, Uruguay 1–0 1–0 Friendly

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Pablo Dorado?

Uruguayan footballer (1908-1978)

When was Pablo Dorado born?

Pablo Dorado was born on 22 June 1908 in Montevideo.

When did Pablo Dorado die?

Pablo Dorado died on 18 November 1978 in Montevideo.

What was Pablo Dorado's occupation?

Pablo Dorado was an association football player.

What nationality was Pablo Dorado?

Pablo Dorado was Uruguayan.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Pablo Dorado

· Wikidata: Q357405

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