Carlos Guerini, former Real Madrid & Argentina star has died aged 74. How he died, career, fortune, and more explored.
Carlos Guerini was a professional footballer who played as a striker and created a lasting legacy in Spain and Argentina.
He is notably known for his outstanding career in the Argentina national team and Real Madrid.
He played for several high-profile clubs and won the league three times with Real.
However, in October 2023, the world learned about his passing, and following that many want to know more about his career, cause of death, and fortune. Keep reading for more.
What was Carlos Guerini’s cause of death?
Argentina football player Carlos Alfredo Guerini died in October 2023.
He was aged 74 when he passed.
Real Madrid honoured Guerini following his death with a short statement.
It read: “Real Madrid C. F., its president and Board of Directors is deeply saddened by the passing of Carlos Alfredo Guerini, who played for our club between 1975 and 1979.
“Real Madrid extends its condolences and affection to his relatives, clubs, teammates and loved ones.
“Carlos Alfredo Guerini has passed away at 74 years of age. May he rest in peace.”
Belgrano also paid tribute in a statement: “Belgramo regrets the death of Carlos Guerini, one of the most notable forwards who wore our shirt.
“We accompany his family and former colleagues in this moment of pain. Goodbye and thanks for your football, Chupete.”
A fan honoured his memory saying: “A huge player. Left an indelible mark. Our institution must offer a tribute to a symbolic player who left a part of our history for our club. ‘Chupete’ will forever be great.”
Another added: “What a great player. A killer with all the skills. May you rest in peace.”
Who was Carlos Guerini?
Carlos Guerini was a professional footballer who played for the Argentinian national team and Real Madrid.
He joined Los Blancos in 1975 and scored 11 goals in 85 games before leaving the club in 1979.
Guerini earned his transfer to Europe after impressing in Argentina for Boca Juniors.
He also scored 23 goals in 48 games for Belgrano, but it was his eight goals in 16 games for Boca that led Malaga to snap him up.
Guerini, who is nicknamed Chupete, also scored the winning goal to send Argentina to the 1974 World Cup, though he was not selected for the final squad.
The forward returned to Argentina after his spell at Real Madrid ended before he quit football in 1985.
Who is Carlos Guerini’s wife and did he have any children?
There are no reports about Carlos Guerini’s spouse, however, he was believed to have been married.
Due to how private the former footballer was, details about his love life were not publicly documented.
Also, whether Guerini had any children remains unclear.
How rich was Carlos Guerini?
Carlos Guerini’s exact net worth was never reported, hence, how much money he made in his career’s peak is unknown.