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June 12, 1926

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Amadeo Carrizo

1926Amadeo Carrizo, Argentine footballer (died 2020)[†]

Amadeo Raúl Carrizo Larretape, popularly known by his first name "Amadeo", was an Argentine football goalkeeper and manager. Carrizo is considered a pioneer of the position, helping to innovate techniques and strategies for goalkeepers. The IFFHS ranked Carrizo as the best South American keeper of the 20th century in 1999.

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Headlines from June 12, 1926

Prospective Loss Regretted.; SAYS COUNCIL MAIMS TRUE AIM OF LEAGUE

By Unknown Author

GENEVA, June 11 (AP). -- While active diplomatic negotiations will be begun immediately in an effort to prevent Brazil and Spain from resigning from the League of Nations, League officials are beginning to realize, with some regret, that the loss of both countries may be the price that will have to be paid for the admission of Germany to the League, which is expected to take place at the September assembly.

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