Gonzalo Romero

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Gonzalo 'El Avioncito' Romero is a former Guatemalan professional footballer known for his pivotal role in the national team's history. He gained fame for scoring a dramatic last-minute goal against Panama on August 17, 2005, which marked Guatemala's last victory over their Central American rivals for two decades. That goal not only secured a crucial win in the World Cup qualifiers for the 2006 tournament but also made Romero a national hero, etching his name into the hearts of Guatemalan football fans. His contributions to the sport and memorable moments on the pitch continue to resonate in the context of Guatemala's ongoing efforts to break a long-standing winless streak against Panama.