Antonio Muñoz Gómez
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Antonio Muñoz Gómez aka Toni, is a retired Spanish
footballer who played as a left defender.
Best known for his stint at Atlético Madrid - 243 La Liga
games in ten seasons - he also worked with the club in various directorial capacities until 2006.
, Toni moved to the capital
with Atlético Madrid, spending his first two years with the reserves
. He spent 1990–91 as understudy to Juan Carlos
, then made the left-back slot his own, for the following six seasons. In 1995–96, he appeared in 40 league contests (out of 42) as the colchoneros eventually conquered the double.
In June 2001, after only 15 appearances in the previous two seasons combined, Muñoz retired, but stayed connected with his main club: first, as a youth coordinator, then as director of football
; he left the latter post at the close of 2005–06
, as Atlético failed to reach European competition
. The following year, in the same capacity, he moved to Madrid neighbours Getafe CF
.
during one year, as it had failed to qualify for the UEFA Euro 1992. His debut came on 11 March 1992, in a 2–0 friendly win with the United States
, at Valladolid
.
The following year, on 22 September, for the 1994 FIFA World Cup
qualifiers
, Toni scored against Albania
in a 5–1 away routing, in what would be his last cap
.
Spain
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footballer who played as a left defender.
Best known for his stint at Atlético Madrid - 243 La Liga
La Liga
The Primera División of the Liga Nacional de Fútbol Profesional , commonly known as La Liga or, for sponsorship reasons, Liga BBVA since 2008, is the top professional association football division of the Spanish football league system...
games in ten seasons - he also worked with the club in various directorial capacities until 2006.
Club career
After a quick spell with local Córdoba CFCórdoba CF
Córdoba Club de Fútbol, S.A.D. is a Spanish football team based in Córdoba, in the autonomous community of Andalusia. Founded in 1954, it plays in Segunda División, holding home matches at Estadio Nuevo Arcángel, with a capacity of 18,280 seats....
, Toni moved to the capital
Madrid
Madrid is the capital and largest city of Spain. The population of the city is roughly 3.3 million and the entire population of the Madrid metropolitan area is calculated to be 6.271 million. It is the third largest city in the European Union, after London and Berlin, and its metropolitan...
with Atlético Madrid, spending his first two years with the reserves
Atlético Madrid B
Atlético Madrid B is a Spanish football team based in Madrid, in the namesake community. Founded in 1963, it is the reserve team of Atlético Madrid, and currently plays in Segunda División B, holding home games at Nuevo Cerro del Espino.-History:...
. He spent 1990–91 as understudy to Juan Carlos
Juan Carlos Rodríguez
Juan Carlos Rodríguez Moreno, known as Juan Carlos , is a retired Spanish footballer who played mostly as a right back, although equally at ease on the left.-Club career:...
, then made the left-back slot his own, for the following six seasons. In 1995–96, he appeared in 40 league contests (out of 42) as the colchoneros eventually conquered the double.
In June 2001, after only 15 appearances in the previous two seasons combined, Muñoz retired, but stayed connected with his main club: first, as a youth coordinator, then as director of football
Director of football
"Director of football" is a term describing a senior management figure at a football club, most commonly used in Europe. The exact nature of the role is often unclear and extremely variable and causes much debate in the sports media...
; he left the latter post at the close of 2005–06
2005–06 La Liga
* Athletic Bilbao* Atlético Madrid* FC Barcelona* Betis* Cádiz CF* Celta de Vigo* Deportivo Alaves* Deportivo de La Coruña* Espanyol* Getafe CF* Málaga CF* RCD Mallorca* CA Osasuna* Racing de Santander* Real Madrid* Real Sociedad* Sevilla FC...
, as Atlético failed to reach European competition
UEFA
The Union of European Football Associations , almost always referred to by its acronym UEFA is the administrative and controlling body for European association football, futsal and beach soccer....
. The following year, in the same capacity, he moved to Madrid neighbours Getafe CF
Getafe CF
Getafe Club de Fútbol is a Spanish La Liga football club based in Getafe, a city in the Madrid metropolitan area, founded in 1946 and refounded in 1983.In the top level since 2004-05, it holds home games at the Coliseum Alfonso Pérez....
.
International career
Toni played ten matches with SpainSpain national football team
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during one year, as it had failed to qualify for the UEFA Euro 1992. His debut came on 11 March 1992, in a 2–0 friendly win with the United States
United States men's national soccer team
The United States men's national soccer team represents the United States in international association football competitions. It is controlled by the United States Soccer Federation and competes in CONCACAF...
, at Valladolid
Valladolid
Valladolid is a historic city and municipality in north-central Spain, situated at the confluence of the Pisuerga and Esgueva rivers, and located within three wine-making regions: Ribera del Duero, Rueda and Cigales...
.
The following year, on 22 September, for the 1994 FIFA World Cup
1994 FIFA World Cup
The 1994 FIFA World Cup, the 15th staging of the FIFA World Cup, was held in nine cities across the United States from June 17 to July 17, 1994. The United States was chosen as the host by FIFA on July 4, 1988...
qualifiers
1994 FIFA World Cup qualification (UEFA)
Listed below are the dates and results for the 1994 FIFA World Cup qualification rounds for the European zone . For an overview of the qualification rounds, see the article 1994 FIFA World Cup qualification....
, Toni scored against Albania
Albania national football team
The Albania national association football team is the national association football team of Albania and is controlled by the Football Association of Albania...
in a 5–1 away routing, in what would be his last cap
Cap (sport)
In sports, a cap is a metaphorical term for a player's appearance on a select team, such as a national team. The term dates from the practice in the United Kingdom of awarding a cap to every player in an international match of association football...
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Honours
- Spanish LeagueLa LigaThe Primera División of the Liga Nacional de Fútbol Profesional , commonly known as La Liga or, for sponsorship reasons, Liga BBVA since 2008, is the top professional association football division of the Spanish football league system...
: 1995–96 - Spanish CupCopa del ReyThe Copa del Rey is an annual football cup competition for Spanish football teams. Its full name is Campeonato de España – Copa de Su Majestad el Rey de Fútbol ....
: 1990–91, 1991–92, 1995–96