Before Iniesta and Xavi , Barcelona was able to provide its share of scoring for the glory of the choice of Spain. Before Euro 2008 There was a generation of players filled the gold to "Red". One of the leaders of that historical moment was Jesus Maria Pereda Ruiz . A cancer ended his life on September 27, 2011. But football will keep a special place in the starting lineup of the greats. Please note ...

Chus Pereda, born on June 15, 1938 in Medina de Pomar (Burgos) and despite being idolized by the fans of Barcelona, ​​their only league championship in 1957 he did with Real Madrid. After this conquest, he went to Real Valladolid and then ended up in Seville.

In 1961 began the first of his seasons at Barca by then fought with the best Real Madrid history. Although in the "White House" had big stars, Chus became a place at Euro 1964, the major championship of his 73 years.

GOAL AND ASSIST IN THE FINAL

Just played 15 international games but he played against what was the Soviet Union was unforgettable. He scored one goal and assisted on a goal by Marcelino victory.

Does smoking? Then it was normal. I asked permission coach and I lit a cigarette

Smoking was what ended his life ... football and misses him and that in recent years in various media comments were highly respected ...

BONUS: VIDEO OF THE EURO 1964 FINAL FULL