Rubén Marcos


Héctor Rubén Marcos Peralta, known as Rubén Marcos, was a Chilean footballer who played as a midfielder. Usually a central midfielder, he was well known for his versatility and stamina. Capable both in attack and defense, Marcos was also technically skilled and is one of the most highly regarded Chilean midfielders.

Career

Marcos was born in Osorno, Chile. During his career, he played for Universidad de Chile and Palestino in Chile and for Emelec in Ecuador. He also played for the Chile national football team and took part in the 1966 FIFA World Cup and the South American Championship 1967.
On 6 April 1965, Marcos was one of the constituent footballers of, the trade union of professionales footballers in Chile, alongside fellows such as Pedro Araya, Manuel Astorga, Juan Rodríguez Vega, among others.
In 1999, he performed as President, interim coach and director of Provincial Osorno.

Death

Marcos died of a heart attack in Osorno at age 63.

Legacy

Estadio Rubén Marcos Peralta at Osorno was named after him.

Honors

Universidad de Chile
Chile