# Marcelino Martínez > Spanish footballer **Wikidata**: [Q2561998](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q2561998) **Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marcelino_Martínez) **Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/marcelino-martinez ## Summary Marcelino Martínez was a Spanish footballer who played professionally from 1958 to 1969. He represented Spain as a member of the national team during his career. ## Biography - Born: April 29, 1940 - Nationality: Spanish - Education: Not specified in source material - Known for: Professional football career as an association football player - Employer(s): Various football clubs during his playing career (specific clubs not listed in source) - Field(s): Association football (soccer) ## Contributions Marcelino Martínez contributed to Spanish football as a professional player from 1958 to 1969. During his career, he represented Spain at the international level, earning caps for the national team. His specific achievements, goals, or matches are not detailed in the provided source material. ## FAQs What position did Marcelino Martínez play? The source material does not specify Marcelino Martínez's playing position on the field. Which clubs did Marcelino Martínez play for? The source material does not list the specific football clubs Marcelino Martínez represented during his career. How many caps did Marcelino Martínez earn for Spain? The exact number of international caps earned by Marcelino Martínez is not provided in the source material. When did Marcelino Martínez retire from professional football? Marcelino Martínez's professional playing career ended in 1969, according to the work period end date in the source material. ## Why They Matter Marcelino Martínez matters as a representative of Spanish football during the late 1950s and 1960s. As a national team player, he contributed to Spain's football legacy during a period when the national team was developing its international presence. His career spanned a decade of professional football, placing him among the generation of players who helped establish Spain's reputation in the sport. ## Notable For - Represented Spain as an international footballer - Professional playing career spanning 11 years (1958-1969) - Part of the generation of Spanish footballers in the 1960s - Born in 1940, making him part of the post-war generation of Spanish athletes ## Body ### Early Life and Background Marcelino Martínez was born on April 29, 1940, in Spain. Coming of age in the post-Civil War era, he grew up during Franco's regime when football was becoming increasingly organized and professionalized in Spain. The 1940s and 1950s saw the consolidation of Spain's top football divisions and the emergence of regional powers that would dominate Spanish football. ### Professional Career Martínez's professional career began in 1958 when he was 18 years old. His playing career extended for 11 years until 1969, placing him in the generation of Spanish footballers who played during the 1960s. This era saw Real Madrid's dominance in European competitions, winning the European Cup six times between 1956 and 1966, which helped raise the profile of Spanish football internationally. As an association football player, Martínez would have been part of the professional structure that was developing in Spain during this period. The 1960s saw the consolidation of La Liga as Spain's top division, with clubs like Real Madrid, Barcelona, Atlético Madrid, and Valencia establishing themselves as powerhouses both domestically and in European competitions. ### International Career Marcelino Martínez represented Spain at the international level, earning caps for the national team. While the exact number of appearances is not specified in the source material, his selection for the national team indicates he was considered among the better players in Spain during his active years. The Spanish national team during the 1960s was building its competitive presence, participating in various international tournaments and qualifying campaigns. ### Historical Context Martínez's career coincided with a significant period in Spanish history and football development. Spain was experiencing economic growth during the 1960s, known as the "Spanish miracle," which included increased investment in sports infrastructure and professionalization of football. The national team was working to establish itself on the international stage, though Spain's political isolation under Franco's regime affected international sporting relationships. ### Legacy and Impact While specific achievements are not detailed in the source material, Marcelino Martínez's contribution to Spanish football as a national team player places him among the generation that helped establish Spain's football tradition. Players of his era laid the groundwork for the later successes of Spanish football, including the golden generation that would emerge decades later with multiple European Championship and World Cup victories. ### Career Statistics and Records The source material does not provide specific statistics about Marcelino Martínez's goal-scoring record, appearances, or other performance metrics. His Wikidata entry shows he has 30 sitelinks, indicating he has a presence across multiple language Wikipedia editions, suggesting a notable career that warranted documentation across different regions. ### Personal Details Beyond his birth date and nationality, the source material does not provide additional personal details about Marcelino Martínez's life outside of football. His full name is listed as Marcelino Martínez Cao, with "Marcelino" being his given name and "Martínez Cao" his surname. ## References 1. Freebase Data Dumps. 2013 2. 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