Cristino Centurión (born 24 July 1954) is a former professional

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who played as a

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. Born in Argentina, he was a Paraguay international.

Early life

He was born in 1954 in

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. He is a native of

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, Argentina.

Career

He started his career with Argentine side Club Atlético 1.º de Mayo. In 1976, he signed for Argentine side

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. After that, he signed for Paraguayan side

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. In 1981, he signed for Colombian side

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. He was regarded as one of the club's most important players. In 1983, he signed for Colombian side

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. In 1985, he signed for Paraguayan side

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. In 1986, he signed for Paraguayan side

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. In 1988, he returned to Argentine side Club Atlético 1.º de Mayo. In 1993, he signed for Argentine side Club Sportivo General San Martín.

Personal life

He was nicknamed "Kitty". He is the father of Argentine footballer Paulo Centurión.

References

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