Antonio Liberti
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For the stadium named after this person, see Estadio Monumental Antonio Vespucio Liberti.
Antonio Vespucio Liberti (Spanish pronunciation: [anˈtonjo βeˈspusjo liˈβeɾti]; 1900–1978) was a former chairman of Club Atlético River Plate. He presided the club four times, becoming the president who was most often in charge of the club, with 20 non-consecutive years in office.
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Antonio Liberti | |
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Born | 1902 (1902) |
Died | November 28, 1978(1978-11-28) (aged 77–78) Buenos Aires, Argentina |
Nationality | Italian |
Occupation | Football executive |
Years active | 1933–35, 1938–40, 1943–52, 1960–67 |
Known for | President of River Plate |
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During his periods in charge, River Plate won six titles, three Primera División, one Copa Ibarguren and two Copa Aldao. Liberti carried out bold efforts that contributed to the institutional and sporting greatness of the club. Under his mandate the Estadio Monumental was built, which is currently named after him.