In the annals of Argentine football, one name stands out not just for his longevity, but for a peculiar distinction that marks him as uniquely memorable.
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In the annals of Argentine football, one name stands out not just for his longevity, but for a peculiar distinction that marks him as uniquely memorable. Ángel Allegri’s entire 14-year career was spent with a single club, Vélez Sársfield, where he became a legendary figure for his loyalty and sheer number of appearances. Yet, he also holds an ignominious record for the most own goals in the league's history. Ángel Allegri dedicated his entire professional footballing life to Vélez Sársfield, the Buenos Aires club where he played for 14 years. From 1946 to 1960, this defender graced the pitch 384 times. He scored 36 goals, etching his name as the third most-capped player in the club's history, a testament to his enduring presence. He even represented Argentina, earning 4 caps between 1950 and 1951. But Allegri's legacy is also defined by an unusual statistic. He holds the negative record for the most own goals scored in the Argentine Primera División, with a total of seven. It’s a curious duality for a player so deeply woven into the fabric of one club. Allegri first played for Vélez Sársfield in 1946. He was an integral part of the team that finished runner-up in the 1953 championship, just behind River Plate. The defender retired in 1960. His 384 appearances place him behind only Fabian Cubero and Pedro Larraquy in the club’s all-time list. This information is based on the Wikipedia article titled Ángel Allegri, available under Creative Commons.