Roberto Aballay
Roberto Aballay | |
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| Born | November 22, 1922 Argentina |
| Occupation | Professional footballer |
| Years active | 1940–early 1980s |
| Known for | Football forward |
Roberto José Aballay (born 22 November 1922) was a professional football forward from Argentina.
His playing career commenced in 1940, featuring for clubs such as River Plate, Banfield, and San Lorenzo de Almagro. Aballay then moved to Mexico, where he represented Asturias, securing the 1943-44 Primera División de México championship and finishing as the league's leading goal scorer with 40 goals across 24 appearances. In recognition of his outstanding performance, he earned the CONCACAF Player of the Year honor in 1945.
Aballay's European tenure included a season with Italy's Genoa during 1949-50, where he participated in 29 games and netted 3 goals. He wrapped up his playing days in France, turning out for FC Nancy and FC Metz, before continuing his career with MC Alger in Algeria.
He passed away in Colombia during the early 1980s.