Rafa Ancheta

Rafaela "Rafa" Medina Ancheta is a former footballer. Mainly a centre-back, she also operated as a defensive midfielder. Born in Brazil, she played for the Uruguay national team.

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Early life

Rafa Ancheta was born in Porto Alegre to Alfonso Medina and Gabriela Ancheta. She has a brother, Rodrigo, who is also a footballer.

International career

Rafa Ancheta made her formal debut for Uruguay on 4 March 2019 in a 0–6 friendly loss against France.

Personal life

Rafa Ancheta is the granddaughter of former Uruguayan international footballer Atilio Ancheta.