Branko Kubala
- January 10, 1949
- February 25, 2018
- 69 years
About Branko Kubala
Branko Kubala, 69, Czechoslovak-born Spanish footballer (RCD Espanyol, Dallas Tornado).
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Born in Czechoslovakia in 1949, Branislav Kubala Daučík began his journey as the son of renowned footballer
Branko Kubala
1949 – 2018
60 Seconds: Branko Kubala's Life Story
A look at the life and professional football career of Branislav Kubala, who set a La Liga record as a teenager.
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Born in Czechoslovakia in 1949, Branislav Kubala Daučík began his journey as the son of renowned footballer László Kubala. His family moved to Barcelona shortly after his birth, setting the stage for his own professional career. In April 1965, he made history by debuting for RCD Espanyol at just sixteen years and eighty-three days old. This achievement stood as a league record for the youngest player to debut. Beyond Spain, his professional career spanned across North America, where he played for clubs including the Dallas Tornado. After completing his military service and playing for several more Spanish teams, he retired from professional football at the age of twenty-four. Branislav Kubala passed away on February 25, 2018, at the age of sixty-nine.
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Full Biography
|Branislav Kubala Daučík (10 January 1949 – 25 February 2018) was a Spanish professional footballer who played as a striker.
Early and personal life
Kubala was born in Šahy, Czechoslovakia, the eldest of three sons of László Kubala and Violeta Daučíkova. Violeta was the sister of Ferdinand Daučík and the aunt of Yanko Daucik. The family moved to Barcelona, Spain soon after his birth.
Career
Kubala spent time with the Real Betis youth team in 1961, before joining the AC Milan academy in Italy, where he spent two seasons. Upon his return to Barcelona he played with Espanyol, making his professional debut on 3 April 1965 at the age of 16 years 83 days, a league record for the youngest player. After one further appearance, he then played for Sabadell, before moving to North America with his family, where he played for the Toronto Falcons, the St. Louis Stars, and the Dallas Tornado. After returning to Spain to undertake military service, he played for Cartagena, Sant Andreu and Atlético Malagueño, before retiring at the age of 24.
Later life and death
He died on 25 February 2018.
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