Nery Pumpido

Awards & Honours

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Nery Pumpido stands as a unique figure in football history, achieving the rare feat of winning the Copa Libertadores as both a player and a coach. His 1986 World Cup victory with Argentina remains a defining moment in his career, anchoring the defense during a tournament filled with iconic moments. His longevity and consistency across decades of professional play and management have earned him a place among the greatest Argentine goalkeepers ever to grace the pitch.

AwardsNery Pumpido's trophy cabinet includes significant achievements as both a player and a coach. He won the FIFA World Cup in 1986 with Argentina and the Copa Libertadores twice, once as a player in 1990 and again as a coach in 2002 with Club Olimpia. Domestically, he secured multiple Argentine Primera División titles with River Plate and Boca Juniors, solidifying his reputation as one of the most decorated goalkeepers in Argentine history.

Honours & Distinctions

Copa Libertadores Champion (Player)

CONMEBOL·1990

Won the prestigious South American club tournament with Club Olimpia.

Copa Libertadores Champion (Coach)

CONMEBOL·2002

Led Club Olimpia to victory, becoming one of the few to win as both player and coach.

FIFA World Cup Winner

FIFA·1986

Started as the primary goalkeeper for the winning Argentina squad.

Rankings & Lists

#35

Pantheon World Ranking

Pantheon World·2026

Records & Feats

Double Copa Libertadores Winner

Career Milestone·2002

One of the few individuals to win the Copa Libertadores as both a player (1990) and a coach (2002).

World Cup Semi-Final Penalty Save

Historic First·1986

Saved a penalty from Enzo Scifo in the 1986 semi-final shootout against Belgium.