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    José Saturnino Cardozo

    José Saturnino Cardozo

    Awards & Honours

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    Awards Won

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    Honours

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    Rankings

    2

    Records

    José Saturnino Cardozo's list of achievements is a testament to his extraordinary talent and consistency. He is Toluca's all-time leading scorer and ranks fourth in the all-time scoring charts of Mexico's top division, a remarkable feat for a foreign player. His three Paraguayan Footballer of the Year awards place him among the elite of his country's footballing history. The IFFHS recognition in 2003, when he was named the world's best top-division goalscorer, is a unique honor that highlights his incredible scoring ability in a single calendar year. Cardozo's international career, with over 80 caps and 25 goals for Paraguay, further cements his legacy as one of the greatest players his nation has ever produced.

    José Saturnino Cardozo receiving an award

    Awards

    Honours & Distinctions

    Paraguayan Footballer of the Year

    Paraguayan Football Association·2000

    Awarded for his outstanding performances with Toluca and the national team.

    Paraguayan Footballer of the Year

    Paraguayan Football Association·2002

    Recognized as the best Paraguayan player of the year.

    Paraguayan Footballer of the Year

    Paraguayan Football Association·2003

    Third consecutive time winning the award, highlighting his dominance.

    IFFHS World's Best Top Division Goal Scorer

    International Federation of Football History & Statistics·2003

    Named the world's top scorer in top-division leagues for scoring 58 goals in a calendar year.

    Rankings & Lists

    #4

    All-time top scorers in Mexican top division

    Various football statistics sources·2024

    Records & Feats

    Most goals in a single season in Mexican league history

    Goal Scorer·2003

    Scored 58 goals in the 2003 season, a record that still stands.

    Toluca's all-time leading scorer

    Career Milestone·2007

    Scored 249 goals for Toluca, more than any other player in the club's history.