Mierko Blazina

Mierko Blazina (18 February 1925 - 18 February 2005) was an Argentine footballer who last played as a goalkeeper for San Telmo.

Mierko Blazina
Personal information
Date of birth (1925-02-18)18 February 1925
Place of birth Italy
Date of death 28 February 2005(2005-02-28) (aged 82)
Place of death Argentina
Position(s) Goalkeeper
Senior career*
Years Team Apps (Gls)
1943–1955 San Lorenzo 241 (0)
San Telmo
*Club domestic league appearances and goals

Early life

Blazina was born in Italy and moved to Argentina at the age of eight.[1]

Career

Blazina started his career with Argentine side San Lorenzo, helping the club win the league.[2] He has the most appearances for a goalkeeper for the club.[3]

Style of play

Blazina was known for his "tranquility" and "cold-bloodedness".[4][5]

Personal life

Blazina was of Eastern European descent.[6][7]

References
  1. "Mierko Blazina - El Grafico article".
  2. "Mierko Blazina - Onefootball article".
  3. "Los locos del fútbol: Blazina". elgrafico.com.ar.
  4. "El balcánico Mierko Blazina". capsulas.com.co.
  5. "Los arqueros x Juvenal: Mierko Blazina". elgrafico.com.ar.
  6. "Mierko Blazina - Mundo Azulgrana article".
  7. "Un día como hoy... Nace Blazina".
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