Carlos Vidal
🔥 TrendingCarlos Vidal stands as a defining figure among Chile Association football coachs of the Silent Generation.
Chilean footballer (1902-1982)
"Carlos Vidal's most defining career moment was undoubtedly his participation in the 1930 FIFA World Cup in Uruguay." — About Carlos Vidal
| Metric | Carlos Vidal | Avg Association football coach | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age | 80 | 56 | +24 yrs |
| Height | 170cm (5'7") | 174cm | -4cm |
| Career length | 62 yrs | ~35 yrs | +27 yrs |
| Based on 470 Association football coach profiles in our database | |||
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Facts about Carlos Vidal
Did you know that Carlos Vidal holds the distinction of being the first Chilean player to ever score a goal in a FIFA World Cup, achieving this feat in the inaugural 1930 tournament?
- Carlos Vidal scored Chile's first-ever goal in a FIFA World Cup match at the inaugural 1930 tournament.
- He netted two goals for Chile during the 1930 FIFA World Cup, one against Mexico and another versus France.
- Vidal played club football for prominent Chilean teams including Audax Italiano and Colo-Colo.
- Primarily a forward, he was known for his goal-scoring prowess during his playing career in the 1920s and 30s.
- Born in Valdivia, he represented Chile at the first World Cup, showcasing talent from his hometown.
Carlos Vidal's most defining career moment was undoubtedly his participation in the 1930 FIFA World Cup in Uruguay. As a forward for the Chile national team, he etched his name in history by scoring the country's very first World Cup goal against Mexico, and then adding another against France. This made him a pioneering figure in Chilean football on the global stage.
Vidal is remembered as a trailblazer for Chilean football, forever enshrined as the first player to score for his nation in a FIFA World Cup. His early contributions helped establish Chile's presence in international football.