Leo Franco
At 48 years old, Leo Franco remains one of the most prominent Italian Athletes working today.
Argentine footballer
"Leo Franco's career peaked with RCD Mallorca in the early 2000s, where he was instrumental in their surprise Copa del Rey triumph in 2003." — About Leo Franco
| Metric | Leo Franco | Avg Athlete | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age | 48 | 48 | same |
| Height | 2cm (0'1") | 175cm | -173cm |
| Career length | 30 yrs | ~35 yrs | -5 yrs |
| Based on 100 Athlete profiles in our database | |||
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Facts about Leo Franco
Did you know that Leo Franco was selected for Argentina's 2006 World Cup squad, but he did not make an appearance in any of their matches during the tournament?
- Despite being listed with 'Italy' in the prompt, Leo Franco spent the vast majority of his playing career in Spain, primarily in La Liga.
- He was part of Argentina's 2006 FIFA World Cup squad, serving as the third-choice goalkeeper behind Roberto Abbondanzieri and Leonardo Lux.
- Franco won his only major club trophy, the Copa del Rey, with RCD Mallorca in the 2002-03 season, defeating Recreativo Huelva in the final.
- He made over 300 appearances in La Liga during his extensive career, representing clubs like Mallorca, Atlético Madrid, and Real Zaragoza.
- After retiring from playing, he returned to SD Huesca, where he previously played, to take on roles as a sporting director and later as a manager.
Leo Franco's career peaked with RCD Mallorca in the early 2000s, where he was instrumental in their surprise Copa del Rey triumph in 2003. This victory marked a significant achievement for both the club and Franco, solidifying his reputation as a reliable top-flight goalkeeper.
Franco is remembered as a consistent and dependable La Liga goalkeeper who enjoyed a lengthy career, earning respect for his professionalism and later transitioning successfully into football management roles.