Martín Palermo
🔥 TrendingA member of the Generation X generation, Martín Palermo was born in 1973 in La Plata and went on to become a celebrated Association football coach.
Argentine footballer and manager
"Martín Palermo's most iconic career moment arrived in 2000 when he scored both goals for Boca Juniors against Real Madrid in the Intercontinental Cup final." — About Martín Palermo
| Metric | Martín Palermo | Avg Association football coach | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age | 52 | 56 | -4 yrs |
| Height | 187cm (6'2") | 174cm | +13cm |
| Career length | 34 yrs | ~35 yrs | -1 yrs |
| Based on 470 Association football coach profiles in our database | |||
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Facts about Martín Palermo
Did you know that Martín Palermo once missed three penalties in a single international match for Argentina, a unique and infamous record?
- He famously scored a goal for Boca Juniors against Platense with his head while lying on the ground near the goal.
- Palermo holds the infamous record of missing three penalties in a single international match for Argentina during the 1999 Copa América.
- He once broke his leg after a concrete wall collapsed during a goal celebration while playing for Villarreal in Spain.
- Despite his prolific club career, he only played 15 matches for the Argentine national team, scoring 9 goals.
- His iconic goal against Peru in the 2010 World Cup qualifiers, scored in torrential rain, was a dramatic last-minute winner.
Martín Palermo's most iconic career moment arrived in 2000 when he scored both goals for Boca Juniors against Real Madrid in the Intercontinental Cup final. His two early strikes secured a historic 2-1 victory, cementing Boca's place as world champions.
Martín Palermo is revered as a legendary figure at Boca Juniors, celebrated for his extraordinary goal-scoring ability and unwavering fighting spirit. His 'Loco' persona and iconic moments ensure his lasting status as one of Argentine football's most memorable characters.