Manuel Lisandro Recinos Cruz
Manuel Lisandro Recinos Cruz, commonly known as 'Escopeta', was a notable Guatemalan footballer who made a significant impact as a forward for the national team during its golden era. He gained prominence in the 1960s, particularly for his role in leading Guatemala to victory in the 1967 Norceca Championship held in Honduras, where he became the tournament's top scorer with three crucial goals, including a decisive strike against Mexico. Recinos spent his entire professional career with Aurora FC, where he won his first national title in 1964. His powerful long-range shots earned him the nickname 'Escopeta', and his legacy continues to be celebrated in Guatemalan football, even after his passing in July 2010.
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Manuel Lisandro Recinos Cruz, known as Escopeta, was a key player for the Guatemalan national football team that won the Norceca Championship in 1967.
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