Walter Gaitán
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Walter Nicolás Gaitán Sayavedra (March 13, 1977) is a retired Argentine professional footballer.
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Full name | Walter Nicolás Gaitán Sayavedra | ||
Date of birth | (1977-03-13) March 13, 1977 (age 47) | ||
Place of birth | La Rioja, Argentina | ||
Height | 1.85 m (6 ft 1 in) | ||
Position(s) | Attacking Midfielder | ||
Senior career* | |||
Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
1997–1998 | Rosario Central | 22 | (6) |
1998–2000 | Villarreal | 48 | (7) |
2001–2002 | Boca Juniors | 32 | (12) |
2002–2007 | Tigres UANL | 179 | (80) |
2008–2010 | Necaxa | 18 | (3) |
2010 | Veracruz | 4 | (0) |
2011 | Los Angeles Blues | 7 | (4) |
2011–2012 | Atlético Rafaela | 12 | (1) |
2013 | Monterrey Flash (indoor) | 1 | (0) |
Total | 323 | (113) | |
*Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 4 November 2013 (UTC) |
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In this Spanish name, the first or paternal surname is Gaitán and the second or maternal family name is Sayavedra.
An attacking midfielder, Gaitán was known for his vision on the pitch, passing, powerful left shot and a classy ball control. Nicknamed Chueco, Gaitán played his best seasons with Liga MX club Tigres UANL.