Biography
Who is Enzo Francescoli?
Early life and career beginnings
Enzo Francescoli Uriarte was born in Montevideo on November 12, 1961. He came from a family with Italian and Basque heritage. During his childhood, he earned the nickname El Flaco, which translates to The Skinny One, because of his thin build. As a young person, he was a fan of the club Peñarol, though he did not join their youth setup. He eventually decided to focus on his high school studies before joining the local team Montevideo Wanderers.
Success in Argentina with River Plate
In 1983, River Plate signed the midfielder for 310,000 dollars. His first season in Argentina was a period of adjustment, but he soon became a vital part of the squad. In 1984, he earned the distinction of being named the best South American footballer. He turned down a transfer offer from América de Cali, a club that was highly successful at the time.
Professional career in Europe
Enzo moved to Europe in 1986 to play for Racing Paris. The team was sponsored by the automotive company Matra, leading to the name Matra Racing in 1987. During his first season, he scored 14 goals, helping the team finish 13th in the league. He was named the best foreign player in France in 1987. He remained the club's top scorer for three consecutive seasons until 1989.
International achievements
Enzo debuted for the Uruguay national team in February 1982. He represented his country in two FIFA World Cups, participating in the 1986 and 1990 tournaments. He was a key member of the squad that won the Copa América in 1983, 1987, and 1995.
Birthday and age
Enzo Francescoli was born on November 12, 1961, which makes Enzo 64 years old today. That birthday falls under the Scorpio sign. Enzo shares the date with 35 other famous people.
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