Antonio Apud
Argentine association footballer
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Antonio Apud Nieves (born 17 September 1967) is an Argentine former footballer who last played as a midfielder for León.
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Full name | Antonio Apud Nieves | ||
| Date of birth | 17 September 1967 | ||
| Place of birth | Argentina | ||
| Position | Midfielder | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
| 1984–1987 | Atlético Tucumán | 36+ | (4+) |
| 1987–1990 | Talleres | 67 | (3) |
| 1990–1992 | Boca | 41 | (1) |
| 1992 | Mandiyú | 8 | (1) |
| 1993–1995 | Santos Laguna | ||
| 1995–1996 | Veracruz | ||
| 1996 | León | ||
| * Club domestic league appearances and goals | |||
Early life
Apud was born in 1967 in the El Bosque neighborhood.[1]
Playing career
Apud was nicknamed "El Turco".[2] He started his career with Argentine third-tier side Atlético Tucumán.[3] He was regarded as an important player in the club's promotion to the Argentine second tier.[4] In 1987, he signed for Argentine side Talleres, where he was regarded as an important player for the club.[5] In 1990, he signed for Argentina top flight side Boca, where he played in the Copa Libertadores.[6] In 1996, he signed for Mexican side León, where he was regarded as a "luxury" signing.[7] He retired from professional football after suffering injuries.[8]
Post-playing career
After retiring from professional football, Apud worked as a youth manager.[9]
