Francisco Gento
Spanish footballer (1933–2022)
1933 — 2022
Quick Facts
Profession
Spanish footballer (1933–2022)
Born
October 21, 1933
Died
2022 (age ~89)
Name Origin
Spanish
Timeline
association football coach, association football player
SpainBorn in GuarnizoDied in Madrid
1933
Born in Guarnizo (1933-10-21)
2022
Died in Madrid
About
Francisco "Paco" Gento López was a Spanish footballer who played as an outside left. A fast runner, Gento was referred to as the "Gale of the Cantabrian Sea" in reference to his speed down the wing. He was voted by IFFHS as the greatest Spanish footballer and 30th greatest world footballer of the 20th century. Gento is also widely regarded as one of the greatest wingers in the history of the sport.
Read more on Wikipedia →Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Francisco Gento?+
Francisco "Paco" Gento López was a Spanish footballer who played as an outside left. A fast runner, Gento was referred to as the "Gale of the Cantabrian Sea" in reference to his speed down the wing. He was voted by IFFHS as the greatest Spanish footballer and 30th greatest world footballer of the 20
What does the name Francisco mean?+
The name Francisco means "A moon in Uranus, Solar System.. Etymology: From Franciscus. Francis. * given name From roa Francisco (Francisco, Francisco) * moon of Uranus From the naming pattern established for moons of Uranus, being references to the works of William Shakespeare. From being a character in the play The Tempest". It is of Spanish origin.
When was Francisco Gento born?+
Francisco Gento was born on October 21, 1933.
When did Francisco Gento die?+
Francisco Gento died in 2022, at approximately 89 years of age.
Name Meaning
A moon in Uranus, Solar System.. Etymology: From Franciscus. Francis. * given name From roa Francisco (Francisco, Francisco) * moon of Uranus From the naming pattern established for moons of Uranus, being references to the works of William Shakespeare. From being a character in the play The Tempest
The name Francisco is of Spanish origin, meaning "A moon in Uranus, Solar System.. Etymology: From Franciscus. Francis. * given name From roa Francisco (Francisco, Francisco) * moon of Uranus From the naming pattern established for moons of Uranus, being references to the works of William Shakespeare. From being a character in the play The Tempest". It is traditionally a male name.
Other famous people named Francisco
Francisco Franco
Spanish general and dictator (1892-1975)
Francisco Pizarro
Spanish conquistador who conquered the Inca Empire
Francisco Xavier
Spanish Catholic saint and missionary (1506–1552)
Francisco de San Martín
Argentine general and independence leader (1778–1850)
Francisco Quevedo
Spanish writer (1580-1645)
Francisco de Zurbarán
Spanish painter (1598–1664)
Francisco — October 21, 1933
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Libra
Diplomatic, gracious, fair-minded
Air · Venus · Sep 23 – Oct 22
Chinese Zodiac
Rooster
Observant, hardworking, courageous
Water · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
13 Kan
Seed — abundance, growth, fertility
Celtic Tree
Ivy
Loyal, compassionate, giving
Ogham: Gort · Sep 30 – Oct 27
Birthstone: Opal — Hope, creativity
Would you name your baby Francisco?
Guestbook
I knew from the first practice. You had something different.
— your old coach
I've watched thousands of athletes. You stood out.
— sports journalist
That one game... you know which one. Unreal.
— a fan since day one
Actions